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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 magician made the rabbit a cute hostage in his magical hat during the show.
The brave knight rescued the princess who was a hostage in the dark castle.
The teddy bear became a hostage in the pillow fort during the exciting playtime.
The rainbow held the colors hostage until the rain stopped and it appeared in the sky.
The mischievous kitten took the toy mouse hostage and refused to let it go.

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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