brute-force
verbUK /ˌbruːt ˈfɔːs/
US /ˌbruːt ˈfɔːrs/
To try every possible answer until you find the right one.
The program brute-forced the password by trying millions of combinations.
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2. To solve a problem using raw strength or effort instead of cleverness.
He brute-forced the puzzle by testing every piece.
3. To break into a system by trying many passwords quickly.
Attackers brute-forced the login page overnight.
4. Using sheer force rather than skill.
They brute-forced the door open instead of picking the lock.