coprisoner

noun

Definition of coprisonernext
as in prisoner

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  1. prisoner
  2. capture
  3. captive
Noun
  • Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have assisted with prisoner exchanges between Russia and Ukraine; Abu Dhabi recently claimed that its efforts allowed 2,200 prisoners to return home.
    Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Limited Options for Release While some Americans detained in Russia have been released in high-profile prisoner swaps, not all face clear pathways to freedom.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of prisoner
Noun
  • The company continues to focus on developing and marketing its data capture and delivery solutions for mobile applications.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
  • The foiling of the plot is now celebrated with fireworks, bonfires, and the burning of effigies of Guy Fawkes—all to symbolize the capture and punishment of the conspirators.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of capture
Noun
  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday took steps to secure the release of the Israeli hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza, offering a $5 million reward per captive to any Palestinian who helps to secure their freedom.
    Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
  • The families of Israeli captives are calling on the Israeli government to reach a deal to secure the release of their relatives, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected these calls and is pressing on with military action in the Gaza strip.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of captive
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