hostage
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
By the time security forces caught up with him in Mexico last week, the officials said, members of the FBI’s Hostage Rescue Team were also involved.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026
Nicky Perfect spent over 30 years as a Metropolitan Police officer, including 10 years as an international hostage and crisis negotiator, in the elite New Scotland Yard Hostage and Crisis Negotiation Unit.
From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026
"Hostage" has become an instant bestseller in Israel, selling over 100,000 copies.
From Barron's • Oct. 20, 2025
His family installed a piano, his instrument of choice, at a courtyard in Tel Aviv known as Hostage Square.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 11, 2025
Hostage One who is held by an enemy to be sure that promises are kept.
From The Bible Story by Hall, Newton Marshall
Vocabulary lists containing hostage
Chapter 21: Age of Exploration and Trade
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
This Week in Words: Current Events Vocabulary for March 18–March 24, 2023
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"I Go Along" and "Theme for English B"
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
