extorted

[US]/ɪkˈstɔːtɪd/
[UK]/ɪkˈstɔrtɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.past tense and past participle of extort; to obtain something, especially by force or threats

Phrases & Collocations

extorted money

extorted information

extorted confession

extorted funds

extorted testimony

extorted goods

extorted rights

extorted services

extorted payments

extorted threats

Example Sentences

the criminals extorted money from the business owner.

she felt violated after being extorted for her personal information.

the police are investigating the case of extorted funds.

he was extorted by a gang threatening his family.

the company reported that they were extorted during the negotiations.

they extorted sensitive data from the organization.

victims often feel helpless after being extorted.

the extorted amount was far more than he could afford.

extorted individuals often fear reporting to the authorities.

the extortion scheme was uncovered by law enforcement.

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