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coerce
verbformalrare/kwɐˈʒiɾ/co·a·gir
Definition
1To compel or force someone to do something, using threat or violence; to constrain.
Usage examples
“They tried to coerce the witness into changing his testimony.”
“No one can coerce you into making a decision against your will.”
Common combinations
coerce someone intocoerce by force