extortion, n.
(extortions)
(extortions)
the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)
<noun.act>
extortion
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derivationally related form
unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority)
<noun.act>
extortion
sample sentences
"the extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty"
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an exorbitant charge
<noun.possession>
extortion
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