extorts

Verb

To obtain something by force, threats, or other unfair means.

ریشه

From Latin 'extortus', past participle of 'extorquere' meaning 'to wrench out, to obtain by force'.

مثال

• The gang extorts protection money from local businesses.
• He was arrested for extorting bribes.
• She extorted the truth from him.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Extort money Extort a confession Extort information Extort a promise