extortion
/ɪkˈstɔɹʃən/ sustantivo C1En español: extorsión
- The practice of extorting money or other property by the use of force or threats.
Plural extortions
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“You do well to boast of it,” said Andrea, who, without becoming angry, as Caderousse feared, at this new extortion, quietly resigned the ring.
“I said they would skin me,” thought Danglars; but resolving to resist the extortion, he said, “Come, how much do I owe you for this fowl?”
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