Abduct

usgb/æbˈdʌkt/Volume
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Crime RelatedPlay
Used in contexts involving illegal actions, primarily associated with kidnapping. SlideAuthorities advised caution after reports of attempts to abduct tourists in the area.
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Perpetrator IntentPlay
Implies a plan or intent to take someone against their will, not accidental. SlideThe plot revealed the villain's desire to abduct the heiress.
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Often ViolentPlay
It may involve force or threat, characterizing an aggressive act. SlideDuring the robbery, the criminals tried to abduct a hostage.