intimidate

Example Sentences

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The investigation was unprecedented, and Powell released a statement saying it was meant to intimidate him and the Fed.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

We have introduced the Transnational Repression Policy Act, which would establish a clear U.S. strategy to hold accountable foreign governments and their agents who intimidate or harm people in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

Andrew Jay Schwartzman, a public interest communications attorney, said Carr is using his bully pulpit at the FCC to intimidate “a timorous broadcasting industry.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

“They should not be anonymous. They should be identifiable. And they have to have rules of engagement that don’t allow them to terrorize and intimidate, harass and assault U.S. citizens and other people,” he said.

From Salon • Feb. 2, 2026

The NSA insisted—then and always—that the raid was merely a routine matter, but Elizebeth and William believed it had been intended to humiliate and intimidate.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield