highjacking

[US]/haɪˈdʒæk/
[UK]/haɪˈdʒæk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt.to seize control of a vehicle, especially an aircraft; to rob or take something by force
v.to illegally take control of a vehicle or cargo
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

highjack vehicle

highjack plane

highjack operation

highjack situation

highjack attempt

highjack incident

highjack news

highjack threat

highjack alert

highjack case

Example Sentences

the plane was highjacked by a group of armed men.

authorities are investigating the highjack attempt at the airport.

the highjack of the bus caused panic among the passengers.

they managed to highjack the shipment before it reached the warehouse.

security measures have increased to prevent highjacks.

the highjack incident was resolved without any injuries.

passengers were terrified during the highjack situation.

the police were alerted immediately after the highjack occurred.

witnesses reported seeing the highjack unfold in real time.

the highjackers demanded a ransom for the hostages.

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