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2 | 21% | 9 | Swindle or cheat | |
3 | 21% | 6 | Swindle or cheat | |
Fine Swindle Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "MULCT" which means:
- noun
- • Money extracted as a penalty verb
- • Deprive of by deceit
- • Impose a fine on
An example sentence would be:
- • "The corrupt official used his position to mulct money from unsuspecting citizens."
- • "The fraudulent salesperson attempted to mulct the elderly couple out of their life savings."
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