聚斂
Reading: しゅうれん
Meaning: to collect and store up; to accumulate (often through harsh means)
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Example Sentence
The powerful continued to extort from the people.
Usage Notes
Originally referred to harsh tax collection, now used more broadly for accumulation of resources, often with negative connotations.
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