extortionate in a sentence
a.
Definition
Extortionate refers to prices or fees that are excessively high and unreasonable.
Sample Sentences
- The shop owner complained about the extortionate prices charged by the local suppliers.
- Many felt that the extortionate fees for basic services were unjustifiable.
- His extortionate demands during the negotiation led to a breakdown in talks.
- The community rallied against the extortionate rent increases imposed by the landlord.
- Consumers are often left vulnerable to extortionate charges in industries with little competition.
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