as in to cheat
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
the rumor is that he started his career shaking people down as an enforcer for the mob
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Recent Examples of shake down
William Pesek, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
The limited series centers on two Philadelphia con men, Ray (Brian Tyree Henry) and Manny (Wagner Moura), who pose as DEA agents in an effort to shake down small-time drug dealers.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
Veith also pointed out that his shakedown scheme was never going to be successful, since his targets — who also included a musician who was arrested and an athlete’s relative who was busted — had access to money, power and lawyers.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 22 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Now, Japan is finding out via news stories the ways in which Trump might rock Japan’s 2025 — from tariffs on autos to the weak yen to shaking down Tokyo for multibillion-dollar payments to maintain U.S. troop levels.
—William Pesek, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
The limited series centers on two Philadelphia con men, Ray (Brian Tyree Henry) and Manny (Wagner Moura), who pose as DEA agents in an effort to shake down small-time drug dealers.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
Edward Burke, who spent a record 54 years on the City Council and now is in prison for his own shakedown scheme.
—Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
Veith also pointed out that his shakedown scheme was never going to be successful, since his targets — who also included a musician who was arrested and an athlete’s relative who was busted — had access to money, power and lawyers.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 22 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shake down
Verb
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Neither team cheats for offense, every inch of ice is hard-earned.—
Pierre LeBrun,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Niemann, a grandmaster, beat Carlsen in an upset in a 2022 match, leading Carlsen to withdraw from the tournament and setting off wild speculation about whether Niemann could have cheated, though no such allegations were ever proven.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Where to stay Graduate by Hilton, just steps from Virginia Commonwealth University, has a rooftop pool and family suites with a king-size bed in one room and bunks in the other.—
Ashlea Halpern,
AFAR Media,
29 Apr. 2025
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But the sun-drenched former tourist hub is nonetheless feeling the effects, as tens of thousands of refugees fleeing the gangs’ terror bunk with family and friends in this sleepy remote corner of Haiti.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Figuring out a method of fisting that feels good for you and your partner(s) is mainly about trial and error and having fun.—
Quispe López,
Them.,
30 Apr. 2025
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The caffeine buzz off a Gorgie drink is gentle but perceptible, and Cordeiro Grant found it through trial and error.—
BYAllie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile the escapees are being led to safety by a reconnaissance drone.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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But in that time, the Houthis have successfully been able to shoot down a significant number of MQ-9 Reaper drones that provide real-time surveillance and reconnaissance information that is key in finding the targets for those airstrikes.—
Luis Martinez,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For now, the researchers have left the ship in situ, partially covering it with original soil and squeezing wet sponges onto it to preserve moisture.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
30 Apr. 2025
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In fact, tariffs on Chinese goods have surged into triple digits, effectively choking off trade and squeezing margins.—
Lauren Parker,
Sourcing Journal,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Many playgrounds now include spider swings or hammock attachments as well.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
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Featuring private guest balconies, hammocks, and lush foliage throughout the five-acre property, Parrot Key offers a restful escape from the Key West reverie.—
Cynthia J Drake,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The average rating for these bread and butter pickle chips was almost an entire point higher than every other pickle in the test.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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It is called the ABC test because companies must meet three specific requirements: CEO: C-suite news, analysis, and advice for top decision makers right to your inbox.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Just like a sales book is important even if your career isn’t in sales, a good marketing book is critical because your career advancement or job search needs good marketing.—
Caroline Ceniza-Levine,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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During the search police came across Shriner, wearing a Weezer T-shirt, who was armed with a handgun in her garden.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Shake down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shake%20down. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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