Answer: shakedowns

AnswerCrossword Clue
SHAKEDOWNSExtortions
shakedownsA radical change or restructuring, particularly in a hierarchical organization or group
shakedownsA thorough search of a person or place
shakedownsA makeshift bed
shakedownsA test of a new product or model, esp. a vehicle or ship
shakedownsSHAKEDOWN, any makeshift bed, esp one made up on the floor
shakedownsA swindle; a piece of extortion