Vocabulary Entry

carjack

|noun • verb

noun

An act of stealing a vehicle by force, typically involving threats or violence.

Example Sentences

"The police reported an increase in carjacks in the downtown area."

"She was a victim of a carjack last night, which left her shaken."

"The rise in carjacks has led to community safety concerns."

verb

Example Sentences

"The criminals plan to carjack a luxury SUV from a parking lot."

"He was arrested for attempting to carjack a delivery truck."

"Carjacking has become a serious offense in many urban areas."