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coercion

🇬🇧 UK/kәu'ә:ʃәn/🇺🇸 US
GREC1

Definitions

n.

The use of force, threats, or pressure to compel someone to act against their will.

强迫,强制

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
cotogether, with
+
ercchest, box, to enclose, to shut up
+
ionact, process, state
=coercion

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The contract was signed under coercion, making it legally invalid.

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