hijacking (Meaning)

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hijacking (n)

robbery of a traveller or vehicle in transit or seizing control of a vehicle by the use of force

Synonyms & Antonyms of hijacking

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robbery of a traveller or vehicle in transit or seizing control of a vehicle by the use of force

kidnaping, abduction, kidnapping,rape, seizure, impressment, shanghaiing,snatch

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The hijacking of the airplane sent shockwaves throughout the country.

Authorities launched an investigation into the mysterious aircraft hijacking.

Passengers were held hostage during the terrifying hijacking ordeal.

The hijackers demanded a substantial ransom in exchange for releasing the hostages.