kidnapped

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The most common backstory is that Adora was kidnapped by Hordak as an infant and raised on the planet Etheria as a member of his Evil Horde.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

In the fifth episode, Tom is kidnapped by the criminal Robbie Prendergast, played by the brilliant Tom Pelphrey.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

The brooding menace of his sound adds immeasurably to the film’s suspense, especially when Jo and Ben search frantically through deserted London alleyways for their kidnapped son.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

The mood stood in stark contrast to their first court appearance, when Maduro gave a speech lasting several minutes claiming he had been kidnapped and was innocent.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

It wanted to...She closed her eyes, ignored the rumble of nervousness she had about leaving, her cycling spiral of worry about the kidnapped orphans, the fierce nudge of Two Step’s anxiety, and her own guilt.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older