Hijackings Meaning in English
word · lemma: hijacking
释义
Hijackings are acts where people illegally take control of vehicles, usually airplanes, ships, or cars, often by force or threat, to demand something or reach their own goals.
用法与细微差别
'Hijacking' most often refers to illegal capture of airplanes, but also applies to cars, buses, or ships. Plural 'hijackings' refers to multiple incidents. Often used in news or legal contexts. The action is violent or threatening. Not to be confused with 'kidnapping' (taking people).
例句
There have been many hijackings in the past decade.
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Airplane hijackings are very dangerous.
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The news reported several hijackings last year.
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Recently, there’s been a rise in cargo truck hijackings along the highway.
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After several hijackings in the area, security measures were tightened.
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Most hijackings are motivated by political or financial demands.
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