overwhelming force
[/ˌoʊvərˈwɛlmɪŋ fɔːrs/]
noun phrasepl: overwhelming forces
força esmagadora
1. A military or physical power so great that it cannot be effectively resisted or defeated
The army advanced with overwhelming force to secure the territory.
O exército avançou com força esmagadora para assegurar o território.
2. Any superior power or influence that dominates a situation completely
The evidence against the defendant was overwhelming force in the trial.
A evidência contra o réu foi uma força esmagadora no julgamento.
3. A legal doctrine permitting use of necessary and proportional force to protect oneself or others
Police officers are trained to use overwhelming force only when necessary for public safety.
Os policiais são treinados para usar força esmagadora apenas quando necessário para a segurança pública.
This term is frequently used in military, legal, and law enforcement discussions in both the United States and Brazil. In the USA, it gained particular prominence in discussions of police use of force and military doctrine. In Brazil, it's commonly used in military contexts and increasingly in discussions of public security and police procedures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
bring overwhelming force to bear
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