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.
To compel someone to do something
1. Force someone to swallow something
2. Force or try to make someone accept, endure, or agree with something unpleasant
By physical strength or brute force
1. To make someone do something using force or threats
2. To intentionally underperform to deceive and take advantage of someon
1. Force someone to swallow something
2. Force or try to make someone accept, endure, or agree with something