Held hostage meaning

What does the saying 'Held hostage' mean?

Idiom: Held hostage

Meaning:

If you are being held hostage, you have no choice to but to do what is asked in a situation.

Country: International English | Subject Area: Police & Crime | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
Contributor: supertopoz
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