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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

coercion

/kəˈsɪʒən/ noun · British & US
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What does coercion mean?

noun

The act of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats, or the use of pressure to influence someone's behavior or decision. Coercion can also refer to the act of forcing someone to do something against their will.

Example

"The government's use of coercion to enforce the new law was widely criticized."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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