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Kidnappings

Noun

Definition: The act of unlawfully taking and holding a person captive, usually to obtain a ransom or to further a political or social cause.

Sense 1: The occurrence or instances of abducting and holding someone against their will.

Sentence 1: The city has seen a rise in kidnappings, causing panic among its residents.

Sentence 2: The police are working tirelessly to investigate the recent series of kidnappings in the area.

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Verb (Present participle: kidnapping)

Definition: To unlawfully seize and hold (someone) captive, usually for ransom or other nefarious purposes.

Sense 1: The action of taking someone hostage against their will.

Sense 2: The act of abducting someone for a specific purpose or gain.

Sentence 1: The criminals were charged with kidnapping the wealthy businessman and demanding a hefty ransom.

Sentence 2: She was kidnapped by a notorious gang for her political connections.

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