They seem to be looking for an oppressive force, but it has blown away with the suddenness of a storm cloud.

This is the work of the most corrupt, oppressive force in our part of the galaxy.

This belief often led to conflict with oppressive forces.

Even when they were fully erect, they seemed possessed by some oppressive force.

Another way is to take illegal drugs, which gets George in trouble with the oppressive forces of the police state.

I feel like somebody who's surrounded by an oppressive force that's creating a lie about me and I can't get the truth out.

Established in 1844 the Spanish Guardia had quickly won a reputation as an effective but often oppressive force.

Today you must rediscover the spirit of family life which refuses to be destroyed in the face of even the most oppressive forces.

They see the legal system as a scary, oppressive force, and they're eager for anything which gives them a sense of control over it.

It had become an oppressive force, felt by citizens to be distant, beyond control and beyond comprehension.