use of force; forceful action
Refers to taking physical or coercive action to achieve a goal, often when negotiation or peaceful means have failed. Common in news and formal contexts.
デモ隊に対して警察が実力行使に出た。
The police resorted to the use of force against the demonstrators.
交渉が決裂した場合、実力行使も辞さない構えだ。
If negotiations break down, they are prepared to use force.
The workers finally resorted to force.
The government decided to use force.
The company side went ahead and took forceful action.