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Extortion
01
extorsion
the criminal act of obtaining money, property, or services from someone through coercion, threats, or intimidation
Exemples
He committed extortion by demanding cash in exchange for silence.
Il a commis extorsion en exigeant de l'argent liquide en échange de son silence.
02
extorsion, racket
the improper or illegal use of authority to demand or exact money, favors, or benefits from others
Exemples
He faced charges for extortion by exploiting his position.
Il a fait face à des accusations pour extorsion en exploitant sa position.
03
extorsion, racket
an excessive or unreasonable amount demanded or taken, considered unfair
Exemples
Tourists complained about the extortion for entry tickets.
Les touristes se sont plaints de l'extorsion pour les billets d'entrée.
Arbre Lexical
extortionate
extortionist
extortion
extort
