psychologically intimidate

Frequency: 6.01.8 per million words

to frighten or threaten someone using mental or emotional tactics

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Examples (10)

  • The interrogators tried to psychologically intimidate the suspect.
  • His boss often used tactics to psychologically intimidate his employees.
  • She felt that her opponent was trying to psychologically intimidate her before the debate.
  • The cult leader would psychologically intimidate new members to ensure their obedience.
  • They were careful not to psychologically intimidate the children during the interview.
  • The lawyer's aggressive questioning was designed to psychologically intimidate the witness.
  • He had a reputation for trying to psychologically intimidate his rivals in business dealings.
  • It's important not to let others psychologically intimidate you into silence.
  • Some politicians attempt to psychologically intimidate voters with alarming rhetoric.
  • The constant criticism began to psychologically intimidate the young artist.