폭력, 협박, 또는 직권 남용을 통해 금품이나 자백 따위를 강제로 빼앗거나 얻어내다.
To obtain something, especially money, information, or a confession, through the use of force, threats, or the abuse of authority.
예문:
"The criminal organization was found guilty of trying to extort millions from the tech company."
"He used the compromising photos to extort a confession from his rival."
"Corrupt officials often extort bribes from citizens in exchange for basic services."
어떤 의미나 반응 등을 억지로 끌어내거나 무리하게 갖다 붙이다.
To wrest or force a particular meaning, response, or result from something, often in an unnatural or strained way.
예문:
"The lawyer tried to extort a different interpretation from the witness's simple statement."
"You cannot extort a sense of loyalty from employees through fear alone."