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The practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats
“They cheated their own people and used extortion against them in doing the overlords' dirty work.”
The act or process of charging excessively
“About 35 percent of the cost of this house is in fees, exactions, conditions, licenses, and just plain extortion of the developer.”
Violent or forcible action used to coerce someone into doing something against their will
A fraudulent scheme or action
The act of making a profit, typically unethically
The action or practice of lending money at unreasonably high rates of interest
Dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery
Unashamed swindling or overcharging
Demanding concession that cannot be declined
An assault or threat to assault someone with the intent to rob them
The act of demanding with authority, and compelling to pay or yield
The act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation
To cheat, deceive or defraud someone for personal gain
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