1. the practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats
Usage: legal term

Examples

• The businessman was arrested for extortion after threatening to reveal embarrassing secrets unless he was paid.
• The gang used extortion to force local shop owners to pay protection money.
• She reported the extortion attempt to the police immediately.
• The company faced charges of extortion for their illegal business practices.
• Extortion is a serious crime that can result in heavy fines and imprisonment.
• The victim refused to give in to the extortion demands.