gouge
verbTo overcharge or extract an excessive price.
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nounSkillful handling or adjustment, sometimes involving unfair or deceptive control.
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opportunist
nounSomeone who uses circumstances for personal advantage, often setting principles aside.
oppressed
adjectiveBurdened or subjected to harsh and unjust control.
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