This is the 8087th most frequent Dutch word.
forceren
To force or compel.
The word 'forceren' is utilized in its literal sense, indicating the act of using physical force to open something that resists opening.
Hij probeerde de deur te forceren toen hij zichzelf buitensloot.
He tried to force the door when he locked himself out.
Here 'forceren' refers to pushing oneself beyond comfort to achieve a necessary action, metaphorical usage of the word.
Ze moest zichzelf forceren om de moeilijke situatie te confronteren.
She had to force herself to confront the difficult situation.
In this sentence, 'forceren' is used metaphorically again to signify pushing situations or actions unnaturally.