Use 'in force' to highlight that rules or laws must be followed, as they are legally binding.

Legal Consequences

'In force' often precedes or follows time clauses, referring to when a law or rule is active.

Temporal Phrase

Indicates that a regulation or agreement is currently applicable or needs to be followed now.

Suggests visible, powerful presence of a group or phenomenon, usually in a physical location.

Use it to stress the impressive size of a crowd or group, often surprising or notable.

In this context, 'force' is metaphorical, meaning there's a strong showing, not physical strength.

Refers to the exact moment a law or regulation becomes active after a period of anticipation.

Highlights the role of authorities in ensuring a rule or law is actively applied and respected.