kidnap

Example Sentences

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"I thought they were going to kidnap us. I ran to a taco stand to take cover with the people there," Medina told AFP.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

At the same time, bald eagles were rumored to sometimes kidnap human babies and fly away with them in their talons.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026

They immediately kidnap our 17-year-old daughter for a night of dancing, making sure to accompany her back to camp.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 28, 2025

"They just kidnap you," says Carlos, who didn't want his full last name used out of fear that he could be deported to his native Guatemala.

From BBC • Jul. 17, 2025

Before the end of the supper his father and brothers came back, but they did not kidnap him for a wet cheer.

From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech