Extort
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British pronunciation/ɛkstˈɔːt/
American pronunciation/ɛkˈstɔɹt/

Ορισμός και Σημασία του "extort"

to extort
01

to twist or manipulate someone's words or actions in a dishonest or unfair way

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Critics argued the reporter had been skewing her coverage by continuously extorting quotes out of context.
During the trial, the defense attorney extorted eyewitness testimony to paint his client in a more innocent light.
By cherry-picking facts, some conspiracy theorists extort information to fit outrageous claims not supported by evidence.
02

to illegally obtain money, property, or services from someone through threat of harm or force

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Workers claimed their employer had extorted unpaid overtime by threatening to fire anyone who complained.
Police suspected the hacker extorted bank account numbers and passwords from vulnerable victims using frightenting hoax messages.
03

obtain through intimidation

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