browbeat
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(verb) discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate |
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Synonyms: bully, swagger |
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Related Words: blarney, cajole, coax, inveigle, palaver, sweet-talk, wheedle |
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(verb) be bossy towards; "Her big brother always bullied her when she was young" |
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Synonyms: ballyrag, boss around, bully, bullyrag, hector, push around, strong-arm |
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Related Words: domineer, intimidate, tyrannize |
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