strong-arm

• Beschreibt Handlungen oder Methoden, bei denen Gewalt, Einschüchterung oder Zwang eingesetzt werden, um ein Ziel zu erreichen.

Describes actions or methods that involve the use of force, intimidation, or coercion to achieve a goal.

1. Using physical force or intimidationB2informal

   Impelled by physical force, especially against resistance; involving or characterized by the use of force or threats.

   Mit roher Gewalt

   • The company used strong-arm tactics to force the employees to accept the new contract.
   • He was known for his strong-arm methods of collecting debts.
   • The gang employed strong-arm techniques to control the neighborhood.

   Synonymeaggressivebullyingcoerciveforcefulforcibleheavy-handedhigh-pressureintimidatingthreateningviolent

   Antonymegentlenonviolentpeacefulpersuasive

• Verb, das bedeutet, jemanden mit Gewalt, Einschüchterung oder Druck zu etwas zu zwingen.

A verb meaning to use force, intimidation, or coercion to make someone do something.

1. Handle roughlyB2informal

   To treat someone or something in a rough or forceful manner.

   Gewalt anwenden

   • The bouncer strong-armed the unruly customer out of the club.
   • He strong-armed the door open when it got stuck.
   • The police were accused of strong-arming protesters during the demonstration.

   Synonymebullycoerceforceintimidatemanhandlemusclepush aroundrough up

2. Be bossy towardsB2informal

   To dominate or intimidate someone into doing what you want, often using aggressive persuasion.

   Unter Druck setzen

   • The manager strong-armed his team into accepting the new schedule.
   • She strong-armed her friends into going to the movie she wanted to see.
   • He tried to strong-arm me into agreeing with his plan.

   Synonymeboss aroundbrowbeatbulldozebullycoerceintimidatepressurepush aroundsteamroller

   Antonymecajolecoaxenticepersuadeurge

3. Use physical force againstB2informal

   To coerce or compel someone using physical strength or threats.

   körperliche Gewalt anwenden

   • The thugs strong-armed the shopkeeper into paying protection money.
   • They strong-armed their way past the security guard.
   • The kidnappers strong-armed the victim into the van.

   Synonymebrowbeatbulldozebullycoerceforceintimidatemenacemusclepressuresteamrollerthreaten