ransom

Example Sentences

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It wasn’t immediately clear whether the hackers requested a ransom not to release the information and whether the city paid one.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

She said she has grappled with whether her mother was taken for ransom due to the “Today” co-anchor’s wealth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

She said she believes two ransom notes demanding millions for Nancy’s return were legitimate.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

A nationwide search has unveiled certain clues, including DNA evidence and ransom notes, but no suspect has been identified.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

But would not the word “Red” which he had signed to the ransom note throw them off the track and make them still think that Jan or his comrades did it?

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright