A show of force In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "a show of force", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-09-12 11:09

Meaning of A show of force

A show of force noun phrase

A demonstration of power or capability to warn or to intimidate an opponent by display of a great numbers of people and / or resources

The government gave a show of force to threaten demonstrators.

The military carried out a show of force after being provoked.

Other phrases about:

pressure (one) into (doing something)

To compel someone to do something

shove something down one's throat

1. Force someone to swallow something

2. Force or try to make someone accept, endure, or agree with something unpleasant

by main strength and awkwardness

By physical strength or brute force

 

sandbag

1. To make someone do something using force or threats

2. To intentionally underperform to deceive and take advantage of someon

jam (something) down (someone's) throat

1. Force someone to swallow something

2. Force or try to make someone accept, endure, or agree with something

Grammar and Usage of A show of force

Noun Forms

  • shows of force
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