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The act or process of charging excessively
“Inspectors concluded that the bank had been involved in the overcharging of customers with unwarranted fees.”
The action or practice of lending money at unreasonably high rates of interest
Unashamed swindling or overcharging
Present participle for to cheat, deceive or defraud someone for personal gain
“Even if they intend to overcharge us, who could have the heart to say no?”
Present participle for to load with too great a burden or cargo
“The captain warned the crew not to overcharge the ship with excessive cargo, as it could lead to instability and potential disaster.”
Present participle for to unjustly embellish, embroider, or exaggerate the cost or price of something
“The shady contractor tried to overcharge the unsuspecting homeowner by inflating the labor and materials costs.”
Present participle for to give a commodity an excessive price
Present participle for to make, or seek to make, an excessive or unfair profit, especially illegally
Present participle for to apply a surcharge
Present participle for to cause sadness, distress or anxiety to
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