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 young student was frightened when faced with a shakedown by the school bully.
The detective suspected that the shakedown was orchestrated by the notorious gang.
The movie depicted a thrilling shakedown scene where the hero faced extortion from the villain.
The business owner refused to succumb to the shakedown tactics of the dishonest competitor.
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