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Obtain By Threats Crossword Clue

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99%6Exact Match!
verb

• obtain through intimidation

• obtain by coercion or intimidation

• get or cause to become in a difficult or laborious manner

37%6 Use threats and to obtain support
verb

• rest on for support

33%8 Employing threats to obtain submission
verb

• to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means

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