ransom

Example Sentences

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It wasn’t immediately clear whether the hackers requested a ransom not to release the information and whether the city paid one.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Seeing the mission through is a better option than chasing the regime with offers of ransom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

She said she believes two ransom notes demanding millions for Nancy’s return were legitimate.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

A nationwide search has unveiled clues, including DNA evidence and alleged ransom notes, but no suspect has been identified.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

“And we will offer her a ransom to give us Balder back. Is there one of you who is willing to travel to Hel’s kingdom? You might not return.”

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman