ransom

Example Sentences

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But it’s now 2026—and after years of paying a king’s ransom for a handful of high-growth tech names, investors might be ready for a new approach.

From Barron's

Hackers claiming to have accessed more than 100,000 people's health records in New Zealand have reportedly extended a ransom deadline until Friday, after saying they want to build a "good reputation".

From Barron's

It was not formally made public how the government secured their release, or whether any ransom was paid to their abductors.

From BBC

It has not been formally made public how the government secured the latest release - or whether any ransom was paid.

From BBC

Details about the release of the 100 schoolchildren remain unclear, including whether it was secured through negotiation or by force, and whether any ransoms were paid.

From BBC