Exhibiting some force Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Sunday, August 31, 2025 · 15-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 31, 2025 · 15-Down · 8 letters
COERCIVE0 of 8 letters revealed
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What does this clue mean?
serving or intended to coerce; "authority is directional instead of coercive"
adjective
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