Coercion (noun)

  1. The use of force or threats to make someone do something.
  2. The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin coactio(n-), from cogere "to force together".

Examples:

  1. He was accused of using coercion to get her to sign the contract.
  2. She felt coerced into going along with the plan.
  3. The government used coercion to suppress dissent.
  4. He was a victim of coercion and manipulation.
  5. The kidnapper used coercion to get the ransom money.
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