extort
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/ɪkˈstɔːrt/
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/ɪkˈstɔːt/
to get something from someone by using force or threats
The criminals extorted money from the store owner by threatening to harm his family.
犯罪分子通过威胁伤害店主的家人,从店主那里敲诈钱财。