What does "compulsión" mean in English?

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Spanish

compulsión

English

compulsion

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Alternative translations of "compulsión"

urge
obsession
drive
pressure

Examples of how to use "compulsión" in Spanish

Spanish
Tiene una compulsión por comprar.
English
He has a compulsive urge to shop.
Spanish
Tiene una compulsión por ordenar su escritorio.
English
He has a compulsive urge to organize his desk.
Spanish
La compulsión le impide descansar por las noches.
English
The compulsive urge prevents him from resting at night.
Spanish
Siente la compulsión de cerrar la puerta.
English
He feels the urge to close the door.
Spanish
La compulsión por comer dulces es fuerte.
English
The urge to eat sweets is strong.

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Tiene una compulsión por comprar.

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