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English · Q328

Idioms And Phrases

Competitive Exams · English · question 328

Q328

To hold somebody to ransom

A.
To keep captive and demand concession
Answer
B.
To humiliate
C.
To offer bribe
D.
To blackmail and extract money

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
To hold somebody to ransom: to put someone in a situation where they have no choice and are forced to agree to your demands.