strong-arm

[ strawng-ahrm, strong- ]

/ ˈstrɔŋˌɑrm, ˈstrɒŋ- /

using, involving, or threatening the use of physical force or violence to gain an objective: strong-arm methods.

to use violent methods upon; assault.

to rob by force.

to coerce by threats or intimidation; bully: They strong-armed me into voting for the plan.

Origin of strong-arm

An Americanism dating back to 1820–30

While these strong-arm tactics have been criticized by some, the governor enjoys strong support from the local population.

The Town Determined to Stop Putin |Vijai Maheshwari |June 12, 2014 |DAILY BEAST
Jamie Dettmer recalls long lunches with the Iron Lady at the Savoy Hotel—the whisky, the flirting, and the strong-arm tactics.

The Margaret Thatcher I Knew |Jamie Dettmer |April 9, 2013 |DAILY BEAST
So why does the GOP think it can strong-arm the president into compromising on entitlements without first giving in on taxes?

Michael Tomasky on How Obama Shouldn’t Back Down Vs. the GOP |Michael Tomasky |November 27, 2012 |DAILY BEAST
The government has overcharged in this case,” he said, “to strong-arm a plea from my client.

Bradley Manning Awaits Army’s Decision on Whether to Court-Martial Him |Denver Nicks |December 22, 2011 |DAILY BEAST

But author Rula Jebreal says the strong-arm tactics cannot thwart a people committed to his ouster.

Assad's Move Against Facebook |Rula Jebreal |November 7, 2011 |DAILY BEAST
Aubrey and the bunch are talking about making a strong-arm squad around me for protection.

My Wonderful Visit |Charlie Chaplin
It was safe to assume that this was one of the things the professional "strong-arm man" would not do.

The Price |Francis Lynde
Saturninus was the first of the Roman politicians to rely as a regular practice upon "strong-arm methods" to carry elections.

The Two Great Republics: Rome and the United States |James Hamilton Lewis
When we crossed the equator, a committee of strong-arm men baptized those of the passengers who had never before crossed the line.

In Africa |John T. McCutcheon
I can see what would happen to me—Julius Marston doing it—if I give the strong-arm squad an opening.

Blow The Man Down |Holman Day

strong-arm

/ informal /

(modifier) relating to or involving physical force or violence strong-arm tactics

(tr) to show violence towards