verb
- to force someone to do something by using pressure, threats, or intimidation
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘coerce’
Examples
- The dictator coerces citizens into supporting his policies through fear.
- She never coerces her students to participate in class discussions.
- The company coerces employees to work overtime without extra pay.
- He coerces his younger brother into doing his chores.
- The law prohibits anyone from coercing witnesses to change their testimony.
- The bully coerces other kids into giving him their lunch money.