Meaning of the word exaction in English

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exaction

US /ɪɡˈzæk.ʃən/

UK /ɪɡˈzæk.ʃən/

the act of demanding and getting something, sometimes using force or threats, or an example of this:

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Any exaction of money or property was prohibited by law.

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exact exacting