arm-twisting

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In Westminster a lot of power is derived from patronage, as well as feelings of loyalty to a party, plus occasional warnings, threats and arm-twisting.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2025

After some arm-twisting behind closed doors and a choice phone call or two, though, Self and Norman changed their votes to Johnson, and Washington’s weekend was salvaged.

From Slate • Jan. 4, 2025

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who remains a thundering force in the Democratic Party nearly two years after giving up her official leadership role, is best known for her behind-the scenes advice and occasional arm-twisting.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 19, 2024

“He was very good at making it in people’s interests to be cooperating with him. I don’t know if he did arm-twisting exactly. It was implicit, I would say.”

From Salon • Oct. 12, 2023

But King needed time to reflect and strategize without Johnson’s notorious arm-twisting.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge