by brute force; by sheer strength
Describes doing something using physical power alone, often without finesse or consent. Can imply forceful, rough, or coercive action.
He forced the door open by sheer strength.
You shouldn't try to solve problems by brute force.
Standard spelling. The ずく is often written in kana.
Alternate kanji spelling using 尽く. Less common but still seen.
Abbreviated kanji spelling; rare and may be confusing.
Compound of 力 (chikara, 'strength') + ずく (zuku, 'relying on, by means of') + particle で. The ずく is a suffix meaning 'by means of' or 'depending on', often seen in words like 腕ずく (by force of arms).