What does "chantaje" mean in English?

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Spanish

chantaje

English

blackmail

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Alternative translations of "chantaje"

extortion
coercion
pressure
threat

Examples of how to use "chantaje" in Spanish

Spanish
Fue víctima de un chantaje.
English
He was a victim of blackmail.
Spanish
El chantaje arruinó su confianza en todos.
English
The blackmail ruined his trust in everyone.
Spanish
Nunca cedas al chantaje de esa persona.
English
Never give in to that person's blackmail.
Spanish
La policía investigó el caso de chantaje.
English
The police investigated the blackmail case.
Spanish
¿Qué harías si recibieras chantaje?
English
What would you do if you received blackmail?

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