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strongarming

/strɒŋˈɑːrmɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does strongarming mean?

verb

to use coercion or intimidation to obtain something from someone, or to persuade someone to do something by using force or threats.

Example

"The company was accused of strongarming its suppliers into accepting lower prices."

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