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Extortionate

Definition:

Extortionate is an adjective that describes something as excessively high or exorbitant, especially in terms of price or cost.

Examples:

1. As an adjective:

- The prices at that fancy restaurant are extortionate.

- The airline charged an extortionate amount for the last-minute ticket.

2. As a verb:

- The dishonest landlord tried to extortionate money from the tenants.

3. As an adverb:

- She was charged extortionately for the repairs on her car.

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