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Plural for 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.”
Plural for 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.”
Plural for violent or forcible action used to coerce someone into doing something against their will
Plural for a fraudulent scheme or action
Plural for the act of making a profit, typically unethically
Plural for dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery
Plural for an assault or threat to assault someone with the intent to rob them
Plural for the act of demanding with authority, and compelling to pay or yield
Plural for the act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation
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