| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| ransomed | Release (a prisoner) after receiving payment |
| ransoming | Release (a prisoner) after receiving payment |
| ransomed | Hold (a prisoner) and demand payment for their release |
| ransoming | Hold (a prisoner) and demand payment for their release |
| ransomed | Obtain the release of (a prisoner) by making a payment demanded |
| ransoming | Obtain the release of (a prisoner) by making a payment demanded |
| bailing | Release or secure the release of (a prisoner) on payment of bail |
| ransoms | A sum of money or other payment demanded or paid for the release of a prisoner |
