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Hijacking

usgb/ˈhaɪdʒækɪŋ/Volume
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Hijacking in this sense involves physical force or threats to gain control. SlideAfter brandishing a weapon, the hijacker commandeered the bus.
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The act is criminal and usually aims to achieve an illegal or wrongful purpose. SlideThe assailants were arrested for hijacking the yacht to smuggle goods.
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Hijackings are high-risk situations that can escalate to national crises or emergencies. SlideHostage negotiators were called to resolve the airplane hijacking peacefully.
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