BOGARTING Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

bogarting

verb

present participle of bogart

as in intimidating

to make timid or fearful by or as if by threats our coach told us not to let the other team bogart us on the field

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Rather than prescribing rigid programs or focusing solely on physical health, the resort blends science with ancient wisdom, movement, nutrition, nature, and human connection to create experiences that feel individualized rather than intimidating.

— Gabby Shacknai, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
To be sure, putting our unvarnished, authentic selves on display can feel intimidating, but audiences respond well to it, and this approach can allow for meaningful connection and influence.

— Matt Abrahams, Time, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of intimidating

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His distance from Henry was painfully emphasized when his son got in trouble for bullying another classmate, and the idea of Michelle (Andrea Anders) getting engaged to someone else sent him into a tailspin.

— Rachel LaBonte, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026
One dad who recently found out his child was engaged in bullying activity took to Reddit to share his experience.

— Christian Dashiell, Parents, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of bullying

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The dangers of taking a dog out off-leash The danger isn’t just scaring people who might have a fear of dogs; having your dog off-leash can lead to even more dangerous consequences.

— Tanya Edwards, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026
Dogs, in particular, appear to be effective in scaring geese.

— Mark Vrtiska, The Conversation, 30 July 2026

Definition of scaring

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His process of doing so involved disparaging his accusers, browbeating people and institutions that no longer wanted to be associated with him, and refusing to accept a path that precluded a return to being a public figure.

— Elizabeth Spiers, Vanity Fair, 29 Apr. 2026
Analysts have suggested a vote from Waller in favor of interest rate cuts, aligning with the president’s browbeating demands for lower borrowing costs—could be seen as a bellwether for his candidacy.

— Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026

Definition of browbeating

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The losses exceed the number of fresh recruits that Moscow can muster, and Russian authorities are coercing men into signing up.

— Jason Ma, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026
Anna’s colleague Noa Toussaint (CCH Pounder) follows with a video of Max coercing his mistress into suicide, shattering the narrative that bought his freedom.

— JP Mangalindan, Time, 31 July 2026

Definition of coercing

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