| 词组 | hold someone or something to ransom |
| 释义 | hold (one) to ransomTo demand something or some action from someone by threatening them with a harmful consequence if they do not comply. Threatening us with a fine if we don't participate in the survey is a bit like holding us to ransom, isn't it? hold someone or something to ransom1 hold someone prisoner and demand payment for their release. 2 demand concessions from a person or organization by threatening damaging action. |
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