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Hold hostage

Verb

Definiciones

1.VerbTo hold as hostage. To have possession or custody of (a person) as security for performance against a treaty, a pledge, or a demand, especially now an extra-legal demand. To seek advantage in a situation by threatening the well-being or success of (a person or thing not directly involved in the situation). To sabotage (a computer) with intent to blackmail the owner.
"Before Frank could turn in his final exam, Jigsaw held his computer hostage."
2.VerbTo have possession or custody of (a person) as security for performance against a treaty, a pledge, or a demand, especially now an extra-legal demand.
3.VerbTo seek advantage in a situation by threatening the well-being or success of (a person or thing not directly involved in the situation).
4.VerbTo sabotage (a computer) with intent to blackmail the owner.
"Before Frank could turn in his final exam, Jigsaw held his computer hostage."
5.VerbTo hold in custody or use for any advantage.
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