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extortion Meaning
extortion (n)
an exorbitant charge
unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority)
the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)
extortion (n.)
The act of extorting; the act or practice of wresting anything from a person by force, by threats, or by any undue exercise of power; undue exaction; overcharge.
The offense committed by an officer who corruptly claims and takes, as his fee, money, or other thing of value, that is not due, or more than is due, or before it is due.
That which is extorted or exacted by force.
extortion Sentence Examples
- The CEO of the company was involved in an extortion scheme, demanding money from clients in exchange for favorable contracts.
- The criminals threatened the mayor with extortion if he did not pay them a hefty sum, leaving him in a dire predicament.
- The police tried to track down the extortionists, but they were elusive and always seemed to stay one step ahead.
- The politician's career was ruined when allegations of extortion and corruption surfaced, bringing his political ambitions to an abrupt end.
- The small business owner faced extortion from a local gang, forced to pay protection money to ensure the safety of his establishment.
- The desperate father resorted to extortion, threatening a wealthy businessman to provide funds for his critically ill child's medical treatment.
- The hacker used extortion tactics, threatening to release sensitive information unless a substantial ransom was paid promptly.
- The jury found the defendant guilty of extortion, confirming the validity of the charges against them.
- The government cracked down on extortion rings, conducting raids and making arrests, sending a strong message against such criminal activities.
- The fearless journalist exposed the extortion racket operating within the city, leading to public outrage and demands for justice.
FAQs About the word extortion
an exorbitant charge, unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority), the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)The act of extorting; the
fleecing,cheating, gouging, overcharging, highway robbery, defrauding,swindling,skinning, chiselling, chiseling
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The CEO of the company was involved in an extortion scheme, demanding money from clients in exchange for favorable contracts.
The criminals threatened the mayor with extortion if he did not pay them a hefty sum, leaving him in a dire predicament.
The police tried to track down the extortionists, but they were elusive and always seemed to stay one step ahead.
The politician's career was ruined when allegations of extortion and corruption surfaced, bringing his political ambitions to an abrupt end.
