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coercion

nounfeminineformalcommon/ku.ɛɾˈsɐ̃w̃/co·er·ção

Definition

1

The 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.

Common combinations

exercise coercionunder coercionuse of coercion