abductees

/æbˌdʌkˈtiz/
noun
  1. People who have been taken away by force or against their will.
    • Several abductees were finally reunited with their families after months of captivity.
    • The government is working to rescue the abductees held by the rebel group.
    • The organization provides support and counseling for abductees after their release.
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