How would you in few words explain 'force'?

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A force can be defined as the acceleration of mass, represented mathematically as F = dp/dt. In simpler terms, a force is any influence that causes an object to change its speed, direction, or shape. This definition aligns with standard physics principles and is supported by sources like Wikipedia. Understanding force is crucial for studying motion and dynamics in physics. Overall, force is a fundamental concept that describes the interaction between objects.
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How would you in few words explain 'force'?

Could you say: A force is the acceleration of mass.
 
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The most general way I can express it is:

\vec{F}=\frac{\mathrm{d}\vec{p}}{\mathrm{d} t}If you're looking for a description in words, wikipedia defines a force as:

"...a force is any influence that causes a free body to undergo a change in speed, a change in direction, or a change in shape."
 

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