extortion
/ɪkˈstɔrʃən/
noun
- The act of obtaining something, especially money, from someone by using threats, force, or intimidation.
- The businessman was found guilty of extortion for demanding payments from his competitors.
- Extortion is a serious crime that can lead to many years in prison.
- The gang's main source of income was extortion, forcing local shops to pay for 'protection'.
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