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Bully into Meaning in English

expression

ˈbʊɫi/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
BUL-lee IN-too, in-TOO, IN-tuh
bˈʊli/ /ˈɪntʊ
BUL-lee IN-too

释义

To force someone to do something by intimidating, threatening, or harassing them.

用法与细微差别

Commonly used for negative or manipulative pressure, often in the pattern 'bully someone into doing something'. More formal or serious than 'push into'. Note it usually implies a clear power imbalance or use of fear.

例句

He tried to bully me into answering his questions.

basic

Don't let them bully you into signing the contract.

basic

The older kids often bully others into doing their homework.

basic

I finally agreed, but only because they bullied me into it.

natural

She won't be bullied into changing her mind this time.

natural

You shouldn't bully people into doing things your way.

natural