intimidate
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The investigation was unprecedented, and Powell released a statement saying it was meant to intimidate him and the Fed.
From Barron's • Mar. 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
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
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
“You’re our new recruit, so they’re going to do everything they can to intimidate you. They want you to go into your first game feeling unsure about yourself.”
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
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