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Coerce

usgb/kəʊˈɜːrs/Volume
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Negative Connotation

Coerce usually implies something negative and against someone's will.

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The kidnapper tried to coerce her into revealing the code.
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Emotional Impact

Using 'coerce' suggests the victim felt stressed or threatened.

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She felt coerced into agreeing because of his aggressive tone.
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