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extort

verbgeneral usecommon/ɐjʃtuɾˈkiɾ/ex·tor·quir

Definition

1

To obtain something from someone by force, threats, or coercion.

Usage examples

The gang tried to extort money from the shopkeeper.
He was accused of extorting confidential information.

Common combinations

to extort moneyto extort goods