strong-arm

• 形容使用武力、威胁或强迫手段来达到目的的行为或方法。

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.

   强硬的

   • 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.

   同义词aggressivebullyingcoerciveforcefulforcibleheavy-handedhigh-pressureintimidatingthreateningviolent

   反义词gentlenonviolentpeacefulpersuasive

• 动词，指使用武力、威胁或恐吓强迫某人做某事。也指以强硬手段行事或施压。

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.

   强行对待

   • 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.

   同义词bullycoerceforceintimidatemanhandlemusclepush aroundrough up

2. Be bossy towardsB2informal

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

   强迫

   • 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.

   同义词boss aroundbrowbeatbulldozebullycoerceintimidatepressurepush aroundsteamroller

   反义词cajolecoaxenticepersuadeurge

3. Use physical force againstB2informal

   To coerce or compel someone using physical strength or threats.

   使用武力

   • 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.

   同义词browbeatbulldozebullycoerceforceintimidatemenacemusclepressuresteamrollerthreaten