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Ransom Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is REDEEM which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: REDEEM

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197%6Exact Match!
275%6Exact Match!
331%11 Sum paid for the release of a kidnapped person

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "REDEEM" which means:

    verb
  • • Save from sins
  • • Restore the honor or worth of
  • • To turn in (vouchers or coupons) and receive something in exchange
  • • Exchange or buy back for money; under threat
  • • Pay off (loans or promissory notes)
  • • Convert into cash; of commercial papers

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He was able to redeem his coupon for a free meal."
  • • "She redeemed her points for a gift card."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
New York Times28 Mar 1998 Down 41
New York Times03 Apr 1991 Across 42
New York Times30 Sep 1979 Across 26
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