kidnapping

[US]/ˈkɪdnæpɪŋ/
[UK]/'kɪdnæpɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.abduction, taking someone away by force

Example Sentences

She appeared in court on charges of kidnapping and assault.

The mother of Shannon Matthew has been found guilty of kidnapping the 9-year-old from her home in Dewsbury, in West Yorkshire.

Sympathy for Mr Vengeance stars Shin Ha-kyun as Ryu, a deaf mute steelworker who resorts to kidnapping in order to pay for a kidney operation for his critically ill sister.

The kidnapping of the child was a terrifying experience for the family.

The police are investigating the kidnapping case.

The kidnappers demanded a ransom for the safe return of the victim.

She narrowly escaped a kidnapping attempt.

The kidnapping plot was foiled by the quick actions of the security team.

The movie depicted a thrilling kidnapping scene.

Kidnapping is a serious crime that carries heavy penalties.

The kidnappers threatened to harm the victim if their demands were not met.

The family was relieved when the kidnapped child was safely rescued.

The authorities are working to prevent future kidnappings in the area.

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