迫
force; compel; urgent; approach
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to force; to compel; to pressure
To make someone do something against their will through pressure.
They were forced to sign the agreement.
He was forced to resign under pressure.
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Don't force children to do things they don't like.
Financial difficulties forced him to find a second job.
Environmental issues are forcing us to change our lifestyle.
adjective
urgent; pressing; hurried
Describes something that requires immediate attention.
Time is urgent; we must leave immediately.
He can't wait to know the result.
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Facing the urgent situation, we must take action.
He always finishes work at the last minute, looking very embarrassed.
Despite the time pressure, he remained calm and composed.
verb
to approach; to draw near
literaryTo come near to something or someone.
Night was approaching, and the sky was gradually darkening.
The enemy army was approaching the city, and citizens began to evacuate.
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As winter approached, the temperature got lower and lower.
As death approached, he reviewed his life.
Spring is approaching, and flowers will soon bloom.