bulldoze

(bo͝olˈdōzˌ)

1. To clear, dig up, or move with a bulldozer.
2. To treat in an abusive manner; bully.
3. To coerce in an unsympathetic or cruel way. See Synonyms at intimidate.
4. To do away with; demolish: “A massive bipartisan majority voted . . . to bulldoze the social programs of decades in the next 30 days” (Peter Goldman).

1. To operate a bulldozer.
2. To proceed forcefully or insensitively: “intends to bulldoze ahead with plans for extensive reconstruction” (New York Times).