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Extortion By Threat Of Exposure Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "BLACKMAIL" which means:
- noun
- • Extortion of money by threats to divulge discrediting information verb
- • Exert pressure on someone through threats
- • Obtain through threats
An example sentence would be:
- • "He refused to give in to their blackmail."
- • "She was a victim of a vicious blackmail scheme."
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