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Exstortion

Definition:

Exstortion is a term commonly used to describe the act of obtaining something, typically money, by force or illegal means. It refers to the practice of extorting or extracting something from someone through coercion or intimidation.

Examples:

Noun: The exstortion of money from vulnerable individuals is a serious crime.

Verb: The criminal exstorted a large sum of money from the business owner.

Adjective: The exstortion racket in the local neighborhood has caused fear among shopkeepers.

Adverb: The defendant pleaded guilty, admitting that he had acted exstortionately.

Usage:

Exstortion is considered a felony in many jurisdictions, and anyone found guilty of engaging in exstortion can face severe legal consequences.

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