constructive force
- The exertion of threats or coercion with the intention to gain power over others or to inhibit their resistance
- The businessman used constructive force to dissuade his competitors from opposing his project.
- In a hostage situation, the kidnapper's use of constructive force prevented the hostages from trying to escape.
- The manager was accused of using constructive force to manipulate his employees into accepting lower wages.
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