Sorry. I was just trying to make the point that I believe the word "coerced" is closer to the whois truth, if one really doesn't want to sugarcoat it.
These kids were engaged in high-risk activities,” McNelly said. “Not to sugar coat anything but narcotics activities, human trafficking, prostitution.”
"engaged" does not mean the same as "coerced" .
tr.v. co·erced, co·erc·ing, co·erc·es 1. To pressure, intimidate, or force (someone) into doing something. See Synonyms at force.
Sorry. I was just trying to make the point that I believe the word "coerced" is closer to the whois truth, if one really doesn't want to sugarcoat it.
I'm fine with your response! Right there with you regarding it is about the children.