A sum of money demanded or paid for the release of a captive Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from November 12, 2024
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Updated Nov 12, 2024
A sum of money demanded or paid for the release of a captive Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to A sum of money demanded or paid for the release of a captive for the November 12, 2024 edition of the crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 6 letters. Start with R and end with M, and the possible solutions are RIDDIM, REDEEM, RANSOM.
The answer is RANSOM.
The crossword clue "A sum of money demanded or paid for the release of a captive" leads to the answer "RANSOM." This term refers to the payment made to secure the release of someone who has been kidnapped or held captive. In many historical and modern cases, the captor demands a ransom in exchange for the person's freedom. The clue directly defines "ransom" as the sum of money involved in such a situation. Therefore, "RANSOM" is the correct answer, fitting the definition provided in the clue.
This clue was last seen in Crossword Puzzle on November 12, 2024. You can also get all other Crossword clues hints and answers here.
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