noun
- the practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats
Usage: plural form of coercion
Examples
- The government was accused of using various coercions to silence protesters.
- Economic coercions were applied to force the country into compliance.
- The contract was signed under multiple coercions and threats.
- Legal experts examined the different types of coercions used in the case.
- She reported the coercions she faced from her former employer.
- The investigation revealed systematic coercions within the organization.