strong-arm

• Qualifie des actions ou des méthodes qui impliquent le recours à la force, à l'intimidation ou à la coercition pour atteindre un objectif.

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.

   Par la force ou l'intimidation

   • 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.

   Synonymesaggressivebullyingcoerciveforcefulforcibleheavy-handedhigh-pressureintimidatingthreateningviolent

   Antonymesgentlenonviolentpeacefulpersuasive

• Verbe signifiant contraindre ou forcer quelqu'un à faire quelque chose en usant de la force, de l'intimidation ou de pressions.

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.

   Malmener

   • 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.

   Synonymesbullycoerceforceintimidatemanhandlemusclepush aroundrough up

2. Be bossy towardsB2informal

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

   Faire pression sur

   • 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.

   Synonymesboss aroundbrowbeatbulldozebullycoerceintimidatepressurepush aroundsteamroller

   Antonymescajolecoaxenticepersuadeurge

3. Use physical force againstB2informal

   To coerce or compel someone using physical strength or threats.

   faire pression physiquement

   • 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.

   Synonymesbrowbeatbulldozebullycoerceforceintimidatemenacemusclepressuresteamrollerthreaten