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coercion
nounfeminineformalcommon/ku.ɛɾˈsɐ̃w̃/co·er·ção
Definition
1The act of compelling by force, authority, or threat; constraint.
Usage examples
“He signed the contract under coercion.”
“The regime maintained power through fear and coercion.”
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Common combinations
exercise coercionunder coercionuse of coercion