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Abductions Meaning in English

word · lemma: abduction

æbˈdəkʃənz/, /əbˈdəkʃənz
ub-DUK-shunz
ɐbdˈʌkʃənz
ub-DUK-shunz

Definición

Abductions are acts of taking someone away illegally by force or deception, often referring to kidnapping.

Uso & Matices

The word is formal and mainly used in legal, news, or academic contexts. 'Abductions' can refer to kidnapping of both people and, less commonly, animals. It is sometimes used in discussions about alien abductions in science fiction.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

The police are investigating several abductions in the city.

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Child abductions are a serious crime everywhere.

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Movies sometimes show abductions as part of the story.

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Reports of alien abductions have fascinated people for decades.

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There have been multiple abductions along this highway in the last year.

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Despite the news, most abductions are resolved quickly by authorities.

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