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highjacked

/hɑɪˈdʒækɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does highjacked mean?

verb

to take control of a vehicle, especially an aircraft, by force or threat, from the person who is legally in control of it.

Example

"The hijackers took control of the plane and diverted it to a different airport."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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