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intimidate

[in-tim-i-deyt] / ɪnˈtɪm ɪˌdeɪt /


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We have introduced the Transnational Repression Policy Act, which would establish a clear U.S. strategy to hold accountable foreign governments and their agents who intimidate or harm people in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

Harteveld believes experiences such as her family's intimidate women from being involved in politics.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

Andrew Jay Schwartzman, a public interest communications attorney, said Carr is using his bully pulpit at the FCC to intimidate “a timorous broadcasting industry.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

In its annual threat assessment last year, the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation said "multiple foreign regimes" attempt to monitor, harass and intimidate Australians and Australian residents.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

“I just don’t want to intimidate the competition.”

From "Hopping Mad (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #4)" by Franklin W. Dixon