Coerce (verb)

  1. To force or oblige (someone) to do something, typically by using threats or pressure.
  2. To control or dominate (someone) through the use of force or threats.

Origin:

The word coerce comes from the latin word coërcēre, which means to restrain or force. it was first used in the english language in the late 16th century.

Examples:

  1. He was coerced into signing the contract.
  2. The government is trying to coerce the rebel groups into surrendering.
  3. The kidnappers coerced the hostages into giving them the combination to the safe.
  4. The company coerced its employees into working overtime without pay.
  5. She was coerced into revealing the company's secrets.
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