How is the word contrainte translated from French to English

English translation
coercion
noun

Le fait de faire agir quelqu'un par la menace ou la pression.

Making someone act by using threats or pressure.

Examples with “contrainte”

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  • Les aveux ont été obtenus sous la contrainte. — The confession was obtained through coercion.

  • La contrainte n'a pas sa place dans une négociation équitable. — Coercion has no place in a fair negotiation.

  • Y a-t-il eu une contrainte quelconque lors de la signature ? — Was there any coercion involved in signing the deal?

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