bulldose

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To clear or level ground using a bulldozer: "bulldose" means to move, clear, or level earth, rubble, or obstacles using a heavy machine with a large blade.
    • To intimidate or coerce: In informal American usage, "bulldose" means to threaten, bully, or force someone into doing something through aggressive pressure.
Usage Examples

  • To clear or level ground:

    • The construction crew will bulldose the site before building the foundation. (They will clear and level the area using a bulldozer.)
    • Workers had to bulldose the debris after the landslide. (They pushed away the rubble with heavy equipment.)

  • To intimidate or coerce:

    • He tried to bulldose his colleagues into accepting his plan. (He attempted to bully them into agreement.)
    • The landlord bulldosed the tenants by threatening to raise the rent. (He intimidated them through threats.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to bulldose through opposition": to forcefully overcome resistance, often by ignoring objections.

    • The politician bulldosed through all objections to pass the new law. (He pushed forward aggressively despite opposition.)

  • "to bulldose someone into submission": to apply such strong pressure that the person yields.

    • She bulldosed her team into submission with constant demands. (She forced them to comply through relentless pressure.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Bulldozer (n): a powerful tractor with a large metal blade used for moving earth or rubble.
    • The bulldozer cleared the forest for a new road. (The heavy machine removed trees and dirt.)
  • Bulldozing (n/adj): the act of using a bulldozer or the process of intimidating others.
    • The bulldozing of the old building took several days. (The act of demolishing it with a bulldozer.)
Synonyms
  • Level: to make flat or even.
  • Clear: to remove obstacles or debris.
  • Intimidate: to frighten or threaten in order to force action.
  • Coerce: to compel someone to act through pressure or threats.
Phrasal Verbs

  • Bulldose over: to push through or disregard objections.

    • The manager bulldosed over our concerns and implemented the changes. (He ignored our worries and acted forcefully.)

  • Bulldose into: to force one's way into a situation or conversation.

    • He bulldosed into the meeting without an invitation. (He entered aggressively without permission.)
Related Idioms

  • Bulldose one's way: to achieve a goal through aggressive or forceful means.

    • She bulldosed her way to the top of the company. (She advanced by being pushy and relentless.)

  • Bulldose the competition: to eliminate rivals through intimidation or superior force.

    • The company bulldosed the competition with aggressive pricing. (They dominated rivals through harsh tactics.)