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(extortion - the obtaining of property from another induced by wrongful use of actual or threatened force or violence)
"The kidnappers tried to extort money from the victim's family."
"Police may not extort or coerce a confession to a crime."
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Can you use extort in a sentence?
Extort vast sums of money both before and after the hazardous journeys they arrange.
When the Devil says You shall extort bonds what is the meaning of the word extort?
to obtain by threat or violence
How would you use extort in a sentence?
the robber extorted the money from the cashier.
What is a 6 letter word that means extort?
compel, coerce
Where can a person find a list of synonyms for the word extort?
If you are using Microsoft Word, synonyms can be found by highlighting and right-clicking the word "extort". Alternatively, online dictionary sites such as Thesaurus, Synonym and Synonyms can be used.
How do you spell extort?
Extort is correct.
Sentence for extort?
The man extorted the money by telling the citizens, "Dont move, and nobody gets hurt."
What is the word for Rips off money from?
To 'rip off money' is to rob, to steal, to extort.
What is a sentence using the word extortion?
Demanding money while threatening legal action can be considered an act of extortion. Extortion and bribery are often the same crime when it involves the awarding of government contracts.
What is a sentence for extort?
The mobsters were found guilty of money laundering and extortion. If you are talking about the penalty, it is usually 1 year in prison but could differ depending on the extent of extortion. (Extortion is an unlawful attempt to collect money) Notice how i said attempt because the money doesn't even have to be collected to be considered extortion.
What is another word for ounce?
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Can a tow company extort money from you if you call the police on them?
No.
