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hostage-taker

Noun CEFR C1

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One who is responsible for capturing one or more people and using their detainment and the threat to their well-being as a means of gaining power and leverage in the pursuit of their interests.

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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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