# openai-agents-python/examples/agent_patterns/forcing_tool_use.py at main · openai/openai-agents-python · GitHub

## Metadata

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institute | Molodetz Institute — Research & Retrieval Division |
| Subject | agentic-tool-loop-design |
| Document type | Source Citation Card |
| Tier | 2 |
| Source title | openai-agents-python/examples/agent_patterns/forcing_tool_use.py at main · openai/openai-agents-python · GitHub |
| Source URL | https://github.com/openai/openai-agents-python/blob/main/examples/agent_patterns/forcing_tool_use.py |
| Source type | repository |
| Date researched | 2026-10-11 |
| Researched by | tai (agent), model: Muse Spark, on behalf of retoor |
| Research method | Search aggregator result listing (not independently opened or quoted) |
| Confidence | Not independently verified |
| Status | Active |

## Why it's here

Surfaced by the harness-validation search; looked relevant for the tool_choice-required infinite-loop warning (forced tool use every turn never terminates).

## Changelog

| Date | Change |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-11 | Logged as consulted-but-not-analyzed. |