What is another word for makes someone pay through the nose?
Pronunciation: [mˌe͡ɪks sˈʌmwɒn pˈe͡ɪ θɹuː ðə nˈə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
There are various synonyms to describe the phrase "makes someone pay through the nose". The phrase implies that someone is charging an unreasonable amount to someone else for something. Synonyms for the phrase are "rips off" or "swindles" someone, where someone takes advantage of the other person and overcharges them. Another similar phrase is "fleeces" someone, meaning taking excessive amounts from one person through deception or fraud. The tone of the phrase is often negative and implies that the person who is charging the excessive fee is being dishonest or manipulative, and taking advantage of the other person's vulnerability.
