intimidation tactic

Frequency: 7.08.5 per million words

a method of deliberately frightening someone to make them do what you want

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Examples (10)

  • The company used intimidation tactics to silence its critics.
  • Such intimidation tactics are unacceptable in a fair negotiation.
  • He's known for employing harsh intimidation tactics to get his way.
  • Don't let their intimidation tactics deter you from speaking out.
  • The union accused management of using intimidation tactics against striking workers.
  • This appears to be a clear intimidation tactic designed to scare off competitors.
  • They hoped their aggressive stance would be an effective intimidation tactic.
  • Resorting to intimidation tactics only shows a lack of stronger arguments.
  • The police denied using any intimidation tactics during the interrogation.
  • We must stand firm against any form of intimidation tactic.