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| 99% | 8 | Exact Match! | ||||||
verb • obtain through intimidation • obtain by coercion or intimidation • get or cause to become in a difficult or laborious manner | ||||||||
| 16% | 9 | Extortion by threat of exposure | ||||||
noun • extortion of money by threats to divulge discrediting information verb • exert pressure on someone through threats • obtain through threats | ||||||||
| 16% | 5 | Threat for Damocles | ||||||
noun • a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard | ||||||||
Took By Threat Crossword Clue
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EXTORTED which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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EXTORTED
Updated: October 11, 2023
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