extort vs squeeze

squeeze vs extort

extort is not a noun while squeeze is a noun.

extort and squeeze both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
extort	No	No	Yes	No
squeeze	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, extort and squeeze are synonyms defined as:

extort and squeeze: obtain by coercion or intimidation

Other synonyms of extort include gouge, rack, wring.

extort (noun)	squeeze (noun)
	the act of gripping and pressing firmly
	an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power
	a tight or amorous embrace
	the act of forcing yourself (or being forced) into or through a restricted space
	a twisting squeeze
	(slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend
	a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer
	a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high

extort (verb)	squeeze (verb)
get or cause to become in a difficult or laborious manner	press firmly
obtain by coercion or intimidation	squeeze or press together
obtain through intimidation	squeeze tightly between the fingers
	squeeze like a wedge into a tight space
	hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
	to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
	press or force
	obtain by coercion or intimidation
	to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means

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