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intimidation

[in-tim-i-dey-shuhn] / ɪnˌtɪm ɪˈdeɪ ʃən /


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In recent years, politicians as well as election officials across the United States have reported escalating threats, intimidation and harassment.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The local MP Chris Hazzard from Sinn Féin described the constituency as "a welcoming place defined by beautiful forests, mountains, and beaches - not masked intimidation".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Victims often decline or delay reporting the offense to police due to shame, intimidation or a fear of not being believed, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Whether Brian’s cousin is an attorney, local judge, the mayor of the town or the pope makes little difference here, except for exercising leverage with threats and intimidation.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

More than three thousand delegates braved police intimidation to assemble and approve the final document.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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