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strong-arm
[strawng-ahrm, strong-]
adjective
using, involving, or threatening the use of physical force or violence to gain an objective.
strong-arm methods.
verb (used with object)
to use violent methods upon; assault.
to rob by force.
to coerce by threats or intimidation; bully.
They strong-armed me into voting for the plan.
strong-arm
noun
(modifier) relating to or involving physical force or violence
strong-arm tactics
verb
(tr) to show violence towards
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of strong-arm1
Example Sentences
All three were appointees of López Obrador, who repeatedly clashed with the justices about his strong-arm efforts to reform electoral law and other initiatives.
“That really resonated with people, that this was big industry trying to manipulate and strong-arm local voters,” Kalantari-Johnson told the publication.
Trump has outright admitted that he's attempting to strong-arm the news outlet into using the administration's preferred designation.
The fatigue grows more each time the Chiefs — who are playing in their fifth Super Bowl in the last six years — strong-arm AFC rivals Baltimore or Buffalo away from long-awaited breakthroughs.
Trump is not alone in seeking to strong-arm California.
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