screwing

"My dad used the screwdriver to tighten the loose screw on the picture frame. "

"The examination of the patient's symptoms took several hours. "

"After the meeting, there was a period of intercourse between the colleagues, discussing the project's next steps. "

"the exaction to tribute or of obedience"

"One way to encourage your employees to work harder is by giving them incentives."

"The landlord's request for a month's rent upfront was considered extortionate by the new tenants. "

"He behaved unreasonably."

"The store owner was a victim of extortion, forced to pay money to the gang to avoid damage to his shop. "

"The United States is in an awkward situation with debt default looming."

"Surprisingly, my sister decided to volunteer at the animal shelter this weekend. "

"The new student awkwardly stood in the doorway, unsure of where to put his backpack. "

"The dog barked incessantly at the mailman, an unreasonable display of fear. "