Answer:

gouged

Answer	Crossword Clue
GOUGED	Overcharged illegally
GOUGED	Dug out
GOUGED	Overcharged

GOUGED	Scooped out
GOUGED	Defrauded: Colloq.
GOUGED	Made grooves in.
GOUGED	Used a chisel
GOUGED	Fleeced
GOUGED	Overcharged but good

Crossword

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