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abduction

noun
/æbˈdʌk.ʃən/

Meaning

the act of taking someone away illegally by force; kidnapping

Example Sentences

The police are investigating the abduction of the child.

Synonyms

kidnapping, capture, seizure, snatching, hijacking

Antonyms

release, liberation

Collocations

child abduction, abduction case, abduction victim, abduction report

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