conscripted
Aussprache: [kənˈskrɪp.tɪd]
Wort
Kontext: „military service“
(verb) to be forced to join the army or military. Sometimes, the government needs more soldiers, so they require some people to serve, even if they didn't volunteer.
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He was conscripted during the war and served for two years.
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She wasn't conscripted because she had a medical exemption.
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What happens if someone refuses to be conscripted?
Kontext: „involuntary participation“
(verb) to be required to participate in something, often without wanting to. This can apply to joining groups or activities where you must take part because of a law or rule.
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The students were conscripted for the community service project and seemed to enjoy helping out.
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He felt unhappy because he was conscripted for a job he didn't like.
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Are you okay with being conscripted into this volunteer program?
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