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extortionist

[ik-stawr-shuh-nist] / ɪkˈstɔr ʃə nɪst /
NOUN
racketeer
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He said the law could also help end extortionist demands on the state, and in some cases "nil compensation" could be justified.

From BBC

In a hostile cross-examination, the defense sought to paint him as a serial extortionist.

From New York Times

"We need to flood the north with aid," Mr McGoldrick said, "so it doesn't become a product that people want to use for extortionist purposes or the black market."

From BBC

In the conversation, Adelson told Magbanua that she would need to meet with the extortionist and agree to a one-time payment.

From Seattle Times

“Shortly after the extortionist’s July 2023 sentencing, I informed AMC’s Board of Directors which thoroughly reviewed these events with independent outside counsel,” the CEO added.

From Los Angeles Times