Coerce
/koʊˈɜrs/
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Definition
(verb) To restrain by force, especially by law or authority; to repress; to curb.
Sentence Examples
I can try to persuade her to go, but I can't coerce her.
He said laws should not coerce but protect public health while protecting human rights.
CEFR Practice Quiz
It is wrong to try to ____ someone into doing something bad.