as in intimidating
to make timid or fearful by or as if by threats
developers trying to strong-arm homeowners into selling their houses at below-market prices
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strong-arming
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While the market’s recent volatility can be intimidating, experts generally recommend investors focus on their long-term goals.—
Ana Teresa Solá,
CNBC,
14 Mar. 2025 -
Relapse is alluring, Bart is intimidating, and Son is mysterious.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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But not before enduring a level of bullying that might have destroyed most people.—
Alison Coleman,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Among these were graduation and test scores, Advanced Placement (AP) exam performance, pupil-to-teacher ratios, and the incidence of school bullying or violence.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 July 2025
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Pressuring or coercing someone into ending their life would be punishable by up to 14 years in prison.—
Alistair Smout,
USA TODAY,
29 Nov. 2024
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That same sentence will remain for anyone found guilty of tricking, pressuring or coercing someone into making the choice if the bill is ultimately passed.—
David Hodari,
NBC News,
29 Nov. 2024
Noun
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While these lizards are not seen as a threat to humans, dogs or cats, Thompson officials noted that people should not attempt to approach Goose.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
31 July 2025
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In short, security layers should deter someone from attempting an attack, detect an incoming threat with surveillance, delay the attack by limiting access, and detain the individual, according to Wheatley.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
31 July 2025
Noun
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It's been a little over a week since Sydney Sweeney's new ads for the American Eagle brand set the internet into a frenzy, and now the brand is speaking its piece.—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The movie that started the Skywalker saga and arguably created Hollywood’s franchise frenzy is flying back into theaters.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Wells’s revolt against White led to the making of one of New York’s greatest houses.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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While little is known about Slur's motives beyond his desire for revolt, his connection to the JAA and his old classmates hint that there's more to his story.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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Given the massive upheaval in Bieber’s life and business affairs, a brand new team around him, and his longest-ever wait in between records, industry insiders watched closely last week, wondering how Bieber would fare in the most-consequential era of his career to date.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
23 July 2025
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The Dignity Act comes in the wake of that upheaval.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
22 July 2025
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Totally rocking the suburbs from their parent’s garage, the pair — dressed in full studded black leather outfits, teased hair and goth-y makeup — try to shred only to realize their hair whipping is causing a very uncool side effect.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
14 Feb. 2025
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Just whip chilled heavy whipping cream with a bit of sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 July 2025
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“Strong-arming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strong-arming. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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