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to extort
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estorcere
to twist or manipulate someone's words or actions in a dishonest or unfair way
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estorsione, estorcere
to illegally obtain money, property, or services from someone through threat of harm or force
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estorcere, estrarre
obtain through intimidation
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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.
Critics argued the reporter had been skewing her coverage by continuously extorting quotes out of context.
The corrupt police officers extorted money from citizens by threatening false charges.
Police suspected the hacker extorted bank account numbers and passwords from vulnerable victims using frightenting hoax messages.
