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noun • an exorbitant charge • unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority) • the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence) | ||||
| 33% | 6 | Searches, using force and threats | ||
noun • the act of searching someone for concealed weapons or illegal drugs verb • play boisterously • search as for concealed weapons by running the hands rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets | ||||
| 31% | 14 | Opposing threats with threats | ||
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Getting Money By Using Threats
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EXTORTION which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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EXTORTION
Updated: October 13, 2023
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