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Obtain By Threats Or Force 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

40%9 Using force or threats to obtain compliance
noun

• the act of compelling by force of authority

• using force to cause something to occur

37%6 Use threats and to obtain support
verb

• rest on for support

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The Guardian Speedy26 Mar 2006 Down 17
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