MeanOF

blackmail

- noun (n)

Meaning: intimidation for money money to quiet informer

Synonyms: bribe bribery exaction extortion hush money milking payoff protection ransom slush fund tribute
- verb (v)

Meaning: intimidating for money

Synonyms: badger bleed coerce compel demand exact extort force hold to ransom milk put the shake on ransom shake shake down squeeze threaten

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