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coerce, force, induce

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Example Sentences

Example:The workers were coerced to work overtime without pay.

Definition:To constrain, compel or insist on something by exerting or applying force, strength, or pressure; to force or compel by threats, intimidation, or the exercise of one's authority.

From coerce

Example:The police force the suspects to confess.

Definition:To compel (someone) to do something through the use of force; to impel by constraint or to pursue or drive forward with force.

From force

Example:The company induced him to join with a generous bonus.

Definition:To bring about, cause, or produce through manipulation, influence, or persuasion; to cause or prompt by offering inducements.

From induce