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to extort
01
强迫, 勒索
to twist or manipulate someone's words or actions in a dishonest or unfair way
Example
Critics argued the reporter had been skewing her coverage by continuously extorting quotes out of context.
批评者认为记者通过不断强迫引用上下文来扭曲她的报道。
During the trial, the defense attorney extorted eyewitness testimony to paint his client in a more innocent light.
在审判期间，辩护律师强迫证人作证，以便让他的客户看起来更无辜。
02
敲诈, 勒索
to illegally obtain money, property, or services from someone through threat of harm or force
Example
Mobsters were known to extort " protection money " from shop owners by threatening violence if they did n't pay up.
黑帮以威胁暴力的方式向店主敲诈“保护费”，如果他们不支付就会受到伤害。
Workers claimed their employer had extorted unpaid overtime by threatening to fire anyone who complained.
工人们声称，他们的雇主通过威胁解雇任何投诉的人，敲诈了未支付的加班费。
03
敲诈, 勒索
obtain through intimidation
