intimidation

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At the same time, a surge in military intimidation by China in recent years and a push by Taiwan’s government have spurred more civilians to consider how to respond to the threat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

When the BBC visited a monastery that had been at heart of Tibetan resistance in July last year, monks spoke of living under fear and intimidation.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Journalists must be able to report without intimidation.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

By their interpretation, it wasn’t about military action—it was more an intimidation.

From Slate • Mar. 3, 2026

According to MI6 protocol, Mother had three options: cancel the operation, move to a different location, or use intimidation to get rid of Paris.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti