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Extortion
01
the criminal act of obtaining money, property, or services from someone through coercion, threats, or intimidation
Examples
The gang was arrested for extortion after threatening local shopkeepers.
02
the improper or illegal use of authority to demand or exact money, favors, or benefits from others
Examples
The official 's extortion of fees angered the public.
03
an excessive or unreasonable amount demanded or taken, considered unfair
Examples
The landlord 's rent was an extortion compared to market rates.
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