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| 2 | 36% | 8 | Holder of a hostage's price | |
| 3 | 25% | 6 | Take as hostage | |
Hostage Holder Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
CAPTOR which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
CAPTOR
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "CAPTOR" which means:
- noun
- • A person who captures and holds people or animals
An example sentence would be:
- • "The captor demanded a ransom for the release of his hostage."
- • "The captor tied up the victim and locked him in a dark room."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times21 Dec 2007 | Across 22 | |
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