to use force or strong persuasion on (a person)

force; restrain

to prevent or stop a person (from doing it)

restrict, prevent

to organize and control (something); to succeed in doing or dealing with (something) (especially using help, tools, money etc)

be in charge, control

a short, thin piece of metal with a sharp point and a round head

attach, hold in place

to keep (a person, thing) within limits

confine, limit situation or ability to participate

to put an end to the activity or existence of (a revolt etc); to prevent (something) from being known or seen

restrain, hold in check

to keep back, refuse to give, information, permission etc

keep back