Como Pronunciar "put the screws"

expression

PUT thuh SKROOZ

Definição

To use strong pressure, force, or threats in order to make someone do something they may not want to do. It is often used in business, negotiations, or arguments.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈpʊt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈskɹuz

Inglês Britânico

pʊt/ /ðə, ði/ /skɹˈuːz

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

PUT thuh SKROOZ

Ouça em Contexto

The manager put the screws on the team to finish the project faster.

They tried to put the screws on him during the negotiations.

When he wouldn’t agree, she decided to put the screws to him.

If they don't pay on time, we’ll have to put the screws to them.