arm-twist

Example Sentences

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Mr. Jaffrelot said Mr. Modi’s methods for exerting influence over elements of the judiciary were not unlike those he has used against political opponents, winning them to his side by dangling new posts and incentives, or using institutional levers at his disposal to arm-twist those who resist.

From New York Times

Ms. Pelosi, renowned for her ability to arm-twist and coax, won seven votes by agreeing to limit her tenure, picked up another eight by promising to implement rules aimed at fostering more bipartisan legislating, and won over her sole would-be challenger by creating a subcommittee chairmanship for her.

From New York Times

This may not always be possible - investors, chasing handsome returns, also often arm-twist founders to exit when companies reach a certain scale, to "get people of their choice on board", says Mitu Samar Jha, a reputation consultant who advises a number of entrepreneurs.

From BBC

At the Capitol to arm-twist lawmakers, Mr Biden conceded he was "not sure" his plans would work.

From BBC

Bank of England Govenor Andrew Bailey said this week that Britain would resist any EU attempts to arm-twist banks into shifting trillions of euros in derivatives clearing from Britain to the bloc.

From Reuters