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5 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Hostage' in a Sentence

"A person held as security to ensure that certain conditions, terms, or promises are fulfilled by another." more

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The hostage's family anxiously awaited news of his release.
Negotiators carefully considered the hostage's safety during the rescue mission.
Despite the hostage's ordeal, he remained remarkably resilient.
The government condemned the hostage's capture as an act of terrorism.
The detective worked tirelessly to uncover the hostage's whereabouts.

Hostage

hos-tij
nounA person held as security to ensure that certain conditions, terms, or promises are fulfilled by another.

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Last Updated On: July 9, 2024
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