strong-arms
Forces through intimidation
Strong-arms is the third-person singular verb form of strong-arm, meaning to use force, threats, or intimidation to compel someone: The landlord strong-arms tenants into signing unfair leases.
It can also be the plural noun for people who use such tactics: The boss sent his strong-arms to collect the debt.
Aggressive repeated intimidation
- forceStrength or compulsion
- intimidationDeliberate fear-inducing pressure
- threatsDeclarations of intended harm
- pressureForce upon contact
duress · extortion · muscle · compulsion · enforcement · dominance · subjugation · repression
bullying
Aggressive repeated intimidation
- forceStrength or compulsion
- intimidationDeliberate fear-inducing pressure
- threatsDeclarations of intended harm
pressure · duress · extortion · muscle · compulsion · enforcement · dominance · subjugation · repression · constraint
enforcer
One who ensures compliance
brawny · hulking · hefty · robust · powerful · tough · brute · intimidating · menacing · imposing
strong-armspersuades
Induces belief or action
coaxes · cajoles · sweet-talks · negotiates · wins over
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