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Meaning of the word extort in English

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extort

US /ɪkˈstɔːrt/
UK /ɪkˈstɔːt/
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Verb

obtain (something) by force, threats, or other unfair means

Example:
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He was accused of trying to extort money from the company.
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The gang used violence to extort protection money from local businesses.
Synonym:
blackmail coerce force wrest squeeze
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