kidnapper

Example Sentences

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Ali told the BBC: "They arrested the kidnapper, but we don't know what happened next."

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

Nancy’s son, Camron Guthrie, released a video statement pleading with the kidnapper Thursday afternoon, around the time of the ransom letter’s first deadline.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

The family has released two previous videos saying they are willing to speak with the potentail kidnapper, and asking to provide proof that her mother was alive.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

Rather than risk a military confrontation, they forced American troops to play the role of the sleazy kidnapper sneaking in windows.

From Salon • Jan. 21, 2026

And even worse, when she asked us to describe a trapezoid, which I wanted to raise my hand and say, "A trapezoid is another name for a scary kidnapper."

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds