Meaning of strong-arm in English

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  1. Verb

    strong-arm

    Definitions

    1. handle roughly

    Examples

    • « He was strong-armed by the policemen »
  2. 2. be bossy towards

    Examples

    • « Her big brother always bullied her when she was young »
  3. 3. use physical force against

    Examples

    • « They strong-armed me when I left the restaurant »

  4. Classifying Adjective

    strong-arm

    Definitions

    1. impelled by physical force especially against resistance

    Examples

    • « forcible entry »
    • « a real cop would get physical »
    • « strong-arm tactics »

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