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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
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.
It was unclear what papers Trump referred to, but there was no mistaking his strong-arm sentiment.
Trump has already tried to strong-arm state officials into overturning the results of a free and fair election.
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