Strong-arm
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British pronunciation/stɹˈɒŋˈɑːm/
American pronunciation/stɹˈɔŋˈɑːɹm/

Визначення та Значення "strong-arm"

to strong-arm
01

застосовувати силу, примусити погрозами

to use force, threats, or coercion to make someone do something against their will
DisapprovingDisapproving
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He tried to strong-arm me into signing the contract.
They were strong-armed into making a decision they were n’t comfortable with.
The company attempted to strong-arm the competitors into agreeing to their terms.
02

тискати, змушувати підпорядковуватися

to be domineering or bossy towards someone, often in a way that feels intimidating or unfair
DisapprovingDisapproving
InformalInformal
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She has a habit of strong-arming her team into following her every direction.
Do n’t let him strong-arm you into doing things you do n’t want to.
Stop strong-arming people and try to be more collaborative.
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