give something under (the) threat of something

give something under (the) threat of something
give something under (the) threat of something
to give something only because one is threatened. •

He gave the money under threat of exposure. I think that is blackmail.

You are asked to give your testimony under the threat of being jailed if you don't.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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