We have spotted RANSOM (6 Letters) a total of 8 times in our database. Below you may see the clues associated with RANSOM and also when and where was it last seen:
Definition
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The release of a captive, or of captured property, by
payment of a consideration; redemption; as, prisoners hopeless of
ransom. |
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The money or price paid for the redemption of a prisoner,
or for goods captured by an enemy; payment for freedom from restraint,
penalty, or forfeit. |
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A sum paid for the pardon of some great offense and the
discharge of the offender; also, a fine paid in lieu of corporal
punishment. |
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To redeem from captivity, servitude, punishment, or
forfeit, by paying a price; to buy out of servitude or penalty; to
rescue; to deliver; as, to ransom prisoners from an enemy. |
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To exact a ransom for, or a payment on. |
Referring crossword puzzle clues
Usage among publishers:
- Thomas Joseph: Aug 24, 2023
- Universal: Aug 16, 2023
- LA Times: Sep 20, 2022
- Universal: Jul 8, 2022
- Wall Street Journal: Feb 26, 2022
LA Times Crossword Answers