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Chinese
xiépò
Meaning: to coerce; to threaten; to force someone to do something
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example

歹徒脅迫店員交出保險箱的鑰匙,最後被警方逮捕。
歹徒胁迫店员交出保险箱的钥匙,最后被警方逮捕。
The robber coerced the shop assistant into handing over the safe's key and was eventually arrested by the police.

Usage Notes

Describes forcing someone to act through threats, pressure, or intimidation. It is stronger and more deliberate than simply persuading someone.

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