Thrust upon

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verb

To make someone accept or deal with something they don't want or didn't expect.

The role of team leader was thrust upon her without prior notice.
Visual representation of "thrust upon" - To make someone accept or deal with something they don't want or didn't expect.

Often appears as...

  • thrust upon her
  • thrust upon him
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Unexpected Responsibility

Refers to sudden responsibilities or roles that someone must take on without being prepared.

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After the CEO's resignation, the responsibility of leading the company was thrust upon his young protege.
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Negative Surprise

Often implies an unwelcome or unpleasant surprise, not necessarily a physical action.

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She found the task of organizing the entire event thrust upon her at the last minute.
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Lack of Choice

Highlights the absence of choice for the person having to accept the situation or task.

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With no one else qualified, the duty of training new recruits was thrust upon him.
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