Synonyms for

Hijack

Verb / ˈhaɪˌdʒæk / Another word for hijack — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to take control of a vehicle or airplane by force and without permission

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The hijacker took control of the airplane.
  2. The police stopped the hijackers from escaping with the stolen car.
  3. The pirates hijacked the cargo ship and stole the goods.
  4. The kidnappers hijacked the bus and demanded a ransom.
  5. The thieves hijacked the truck and stole the money.

Quotes

  • Hijackings, bombings, and assassinations were not a part of Islam.
  • The hijacking was the beginning of one of the darkest periods in American history.
  • Hijacking planes, blowing up buildings, killing innocent people - its horrible.

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