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plural of extortion n. an exorbitant charge n. unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority) n. the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)

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  1. plural of extortion n. an exorbitant charge n. unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority) n. the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)