How to Memorize

bulldoze someone into giving you something

Analysis

To bulldoze means to destroy an area or clear an area using a bulldozer. To bulldoze can also mean to use excessive force in order to achieve something or to force someone to do something they might not be happy doing.

Social Examples (Basic)

1. Adam tried to bulldoze me into lending him some money, but I stood my ground and refused.
2. My sister-in-law constantly tries to bulldoze her way into our family affairs.

Professional Examples (Basic)

1. By using her influence, the CEO bulldozed the council into giving the company planning permission for a new Head Office.
2. In the meeting, Lenny seemed more interested in bulldozing people into agreeing with him rather than trying to win them over.

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