strong-arm

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Adjective Satellite
impelled by physical force especially against resistance; "forcible entry"; "a real cop would get physical"; "strong-arm tactics"
Verb
handle roughly; "He was strong-armed by the policemen"
Verb
be bossy towards; "Her big brother always bullied her when she was young"
Verb
use physical force against; "They strong-armed me when I left the restaurant"

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