godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
drive away; chase away; force out
Physically or metaphorically forcing someone or something to leave a place. Often implies a harsh or determined action.
犬を庭から追いやった。
I chased the dog out of the garden.
彼はライバルを業界から
He is trying to drive his rivals out of the industry.
godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
force into a dire situation; push into (bankruptcy, etc.)
Used when someone is driven into a severe, often irreversible negative state such as bankruptcy, prostitution, or suicide. The result is typically extreme and undesirable.
不況が多くの会社を倒産に追いやった。
The recession forced many companies into bankruptcy.
彼は借金に追いやられて自殺した。
Driven by debt, he committed suicide.