extortionary in a sentence

Definition

Extortionary refers to actions or demands that are excessively coercive or exploitative, often involving threats to obtain money or advantages.

The company's refusal to pay the extortionary demands of the hacker was a bold move.
After years of struggling with extortionary tactics from competitors, the business finally sought legal counsel.
The film depicted a gripping story of extortionary practices that led to the downfall of a once-respected politician.
Residents were outraged by the extortionary fees imposed by the local government for basic services.
His reputation suffered after being linked to an extortionary scheme that exploited vulnerable individuals.