How to Pronounce "railroad into"
expression
ˈɹeɪɫˌɹoʊd/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
RAIL-rohd IN-too
ɹˈeɪlɹəʊd/ /ˈɪntʊ
RAIL-rohd IN-tuh
Definition
To force someone to do something quickly without allowing enough discussion or choice; often used when someone is pressured to accept a decision or action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹeɪɫˌɹoʊd/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
British English
ɹˈeɪlɹəʊd/ /ˈɪntʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAIL-rohd IN-too
UK
RAIL-rohd IN-tuh
Listen in Context
They tried to railroad into making a quick decision.
The manager railroaded into accepting the deal.
She felt railroaded into signing the contract.
Don’t let them railroad you into anything you’re not comfortable with.