1.   Bettman, who bargains with a mean edge, has unilaterally slashed the benefits package, an intimidation tactic as subtle as a Joe Kocur fist to the nose.

2.   That intimidation tactic, however, appeared not to work.

3.   What are battle cries, if not an intimidation tactic?

4.   Critics call it a blatant intimidation tactic, but Hong Kong officials say free speech rights are strong as ever.

5.   Yarrell characterized the behavior as an intimidation tactic.