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/ɪkˈstɔːʃən/ · noun
The practice of extorting money or other property by the use of force or threats..
Heck, what's a little extortion among friends?
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Extortion means The practice of extorting money or other property by the use of force or threats..
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Heck, what's a little extortion among friends?
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