Pesquisar
to hijack
01
assaltar
to forcefully take control of a vehicle, like an airplane, often to take hostages or change its course
02
assaltar
seize control of
Hijack
01
sequestrar
seizure of a vehicle in transit either to rob it or divert it to an alternate destination
Exemplo
Over the years, criminals have occasionally hijacked vehicles for ransom.
While negotiations were ongoing, the terrorists were continuously hijacking planes for political purposes.
The terrorists attempted to hijack the plane to make political demands.
The criminals attempted to hijack the plane, demanding a ransom for the safety of the passengers.
Pirates tried to hijack the cargo ship, hoping to steal valuable goods for resale.