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exact (something) from (someone)

To obtain something from someone. I doubt you'll be able to exact the entire amount from her because she doesn't make enough money to pay you back right now.

exact something from someone

to demand something from someone; to take something from someone. The bill collector sought to exact payment from them for a debt that had been paid off long ago. You cannot exact a single cent from me.