shylocks

[US]/ˈʃaɪlɒks/
[UK]/ˈʃaɪlɑks/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.moneylenders who charge exorbitant interest; reference to Shylock, a character in Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice

Phrases & Collocations

shylocks in business

shylocks charging interest

shylocks and loans

shylocks for profit

shylocks in society

shylocks exploiting borrowers

shylocks and debts

shylocks seeking repayment

shylocks in literature

shylocks and contracts

Example Sentences

the shylocks in the market often charge high interest rates.

many people avoid dealing with shylocks due to their reputation.

shylocks prey on those who are desperate for money.

it is illegal to act as a shylock without a license.

shylocks often use intimidation to collect debts.

people should be cautious of shylocks when borrowing money.

the story depicts a shylock who is merciless in his pursuits.

shylocks are often seen as villains in literature.

many shylocks exploit the financial ignorance of their clients.

shylocks can create a cycle of debt that is hard to escape.

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