kidnapping (Meaning)

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kidnapping (n)

(law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment

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1) The kidnapping of the young child sent shockwaves through the entire community.
2) The police launched a full-scale investigation into the kidnapping.
3) Kidnapping is a serious crime, and the perpetrator will be punished to the full extent of the law.
4) The kidnapper demanded a large ransom for the safe return of the child.
5) The family of the kidnapped child was distraught and pleaded with the kidnapper to release him/her unharmed.
6) The kidnapper was eventually apprehended by the police thanks to the vigilance of a concerned citizen.
7) The kidnapped child was found safe and sound, much to the relief of his/her family and friends.
8) The motive behind the kidnapping remains unclear.
9) Kidnapping is a global problem, and there are many organizations dedicated to combatting it.
10) Kidnapping is a terrifying experience, and the victims often suffer from long-term trauma.

(law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonmentof Kidnap

hijacking, abduction, highjacking, impressment,rape, seizure, shanghaiing,snatch

delivering, returning,rescuing, returning, rescuing, delivering, restoring,ransoming, restoring, redeeming

1) The kidnapping of the young child sent shockwaves through the entire community.

2) The police launched a full-scale investigation into the kidnapping.

3) Kidnapping is a serious crime, and the perpetrator will be punished to the full extent of the law.

4) The kidnapper demanded a large ransom for the safe return of the child.