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intimidate

[in-tim-i-deyt] / ɪnˈtɪm ɪˌdeɪt /


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“By agreeing to this settlement, and waiving their right to appeal, Justin Baldoni and every individual defendant now face personal liability for abusing the legal system to silence and intimidate Ms. Lively,” the attorneys said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

“He’s gone so far as to try and intimidate the pope, for God’s sake,” Racicot said.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

With enough warships, a blockade could intimidate many tankers attempting to move oil to and from Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

"It is extremely concerning to see this kind of behaviour, which is a clear attempt to intimidate and punish Anthropic for refusing to remove ethical safeguards," Sir Sadiq wrote.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

“This is highly irregular. In effect, it is an attempt to intimidate this Court.”

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright




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