敲竹槓
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extortion by taking advantage of sb's weakness
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Idiom惯用语 · In everyday use
- Literally
- tap the bamboo pole
- Meaning
- To extort money from someone by exploiting their weakness, or to overcharge. Critical; like 'rip off' or 'fleece'.
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