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arm-twisting

[ahrm-twis-ting] / ˈɑrmˌtwɪs tɪŋ /
NOUN
scare tactics
Synonyms
WEAK
ambush bullying coercion duress force intimidation persuasion pressure reign of terror strong-arm tactics terrorism terrorization threat

Example Sentences

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In Westminster a lot of power is derived from patronage, as well as feelings of loyalty to a party, plus occasional warnings, threats and arm-twisting.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2025

After some arm-twisting by Mottola, the Recording Academy invited Martin to perform at the 41st Grammy Awards.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2024

But in this case, the means of control is not legislation but behind-the scenes arm-twisting and threatened legal reprisals by government officials.

From Slate • Nov. 13, 2023

“He was very good at making it in people’s interests to be cooperating with him. I don’t know if he did arm-twisting exactly. It was implicit, I would say.”

From Salon • Oct. 12, 2023

Donovan’s right-hand man—James Roosevelt, the president’s oldest son—did some arm-twisting, too.

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