extortion

The criminal was arrested for extortion.

The company refused to give in to the extortion demands.

Extortion is a serious crime that can result in imprisonment.

The victim reported the extortion to the authorities.

The extortionist threatened to release damaging information.

The mafia is known for its use of extortion to control businesses.

The extortion scheme involved threatening violence if payment was not made.

She felt trapped in a cycle of extortion and intimidation.

The extortion racket was finally dismantled by law enforcement.

The victim felt helpless in the face of the extortion threats.