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Examples of “duress” in a Sentence

3 example sentences showing how to use duress, grouped by meaning.

noun Pressure or threats used to force someone into doing something against their will.

  • She signed the confession under duress, with an officer looming over her.
  • The contract was ruled invalid because it had been signed under duress.

verb To force someone into an action through threats or pressure.

  • They tried to duress him into handing over the keys.