Vocabulary Entry

abduction

|noun • verb

noun

The act of forcibly taking someone away against their will.

Example Sentences

"The police are investigating a recent case of abduction in the area."

"Abduction is a serious crime that can have lifelong effects on the victim."

"The movie's plot centered around the abduction of a young girl."

verb

Example Sentences

"He attempted to abduct the child from the playground."

"The criminal was charged with abducting several individuals over the years."

"They plotted to abduct the celebrity during the event."