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Re:FBI examined Google records to see if anyone had knowledg... by shakna on Friday September 04, 2020 @11:56PM (#24381294)
> coerce: transitive verb. To bring about or gain by pressure, threat, or force.

There is a pressure exerted by controlling someone's environment. The use of the word fits.

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Re:FBI examined Google records to see if anyone had knowledg... by shajznnckfke on Saturday September 05, 2020 @12:25AM (#24381402)
I think “persuasion” is a good neutral term in this case. That’s what it’s called when someone tries to convince you of something.
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