4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Shakedown' in a Sentence
"The act of extorting money or goods through methods such as blackmail or threats of violence." more
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The shakedown's aftermath left the business owner in financial ruins.
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After the scandal, there was a shakedown of the company's financial practices.
The financial thriller depicted a high-stakes shakedown within the world of Wall Street trading.
The union called for a shakedown to expose any unfair labor practices by the employer.
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