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Another word for abduct

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Verb
  1. See also:

    kidnap

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Another word for abduct

Verb

  1. To seize and detain (a person) unlawfully

    See also:

    free

    crimes

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Sentence Examples

  • Here is the picture of the woman who tried to abduct the millionaire's young child. 

  • I am concerned that the sketchy man in the park might attempt to abduct an unsuspecting child.

  • If someone attempts to abduct you, make noise.

  • If all else fails, we will abduct Cassie from her work so that we can spend some time with her.

  • For the senior prank each year, the current year's seniors abduct the mascot of our most hated rival.

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