abductor
1 Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of abductor1
First recorded in 1840–50; abduct + -or 2
Origin of abductor2
Example Sentences
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But the paths to finding Guthrie and her abductor are limited:
From Los Angeles Times
Guthrie's three children have posted multiple videos pleading for their mother's safe return in the two weeks since her disappearance, saying they are willing to pay her abductors.
From BBC
Guthrie, co-host of the "Today" show on NBC News, issued a video appeal on social media late Sunday hoping to address her mother's abductors directly.
From Barron's
There has been no indication any ransom was paid, and the FBI also said it is not aware of any communication between the abductors and the Guthrie family.
From Los Angeles Times
There has been no “proof of life” offered by the abductors, officials said last week.
From Los Angeles Times
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