extortion

Example Sentences

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Attorney’s office, who approached him because prosecutors thought he could be a victim of blackmail or extortion.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr. Garcia faces five counts of making threats and hoaxes regarding explosives, two counts of extortion, and one count each of hoaxes regarding firearms and aircraft.

From Washington Times

On Sunday — just before Fletcher ended his Senate run — Fletcher’s attorney threatened to sue the worker for extortion, she said.

From Seattle Times

He has described Trump as a victim of extortion who had to pay the money because the allegations were going to be embarrassing to him “regardless of the campaign.”

From Seattle Times

On Sunday — just before Fletcher ended his Senate run — Fletcher’s attorney threatened to sue Figueroa for extortion, she said.

From Seattle Times