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The manipulator may use intimidation any time by threatening you with physically. But be mindful that they only abuse those they regard as being weaker, so if you continue accepting rude behavior from them, you become their target. But most abusers are cowards, so the moment you assert and stand up for yourself, they usually back down. This same rule that applies to bully/victim situations in school also works in office environments and workplace settings.