extortionist

[US]/ɪkˈstɔːʃənɪst/
[UK]/ɪkˈstɔrʃənɪst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a person who extorts money or favors from others; a person who demands something by force or threats

Phrases & Collocations

extortionist demand

extortionist tactics

extortionist threat

extortionist scheme

extortionist activity

extortionist ring

extortionist letter

extortionist case

extortionist operation

extortionist plot

Example Sentences

the police arrested the extortionist after a lengthy investigation.

she received threats from an extortionist demanding money.

the extortionist was finally brought to justice.

victims of the extortionist were encouraged to come forward.

the extortionist's tactics were highly sophisticated.

he was labeled an extortionist by the media.

the extortionist demanded a large sum of money in exchange for silence.

after the incident, the community was on high alert for extortionists.

the extortionist was known for targeting wealthy individuals.

law enforcement agencies are working together to catch the extortionist.

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