skyjack Definition
to take control of an aircraft during a flight, especially using violence or threats.
Using skyjack: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "skyjack" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The plane was skyjacked by terrorists.
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The passengers were terrified when the plane was skyjacked.
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The pilot managed to prevent the hijacker from skyjacking the plane.
skyjack Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for skyjack
- hijack
- commandeer
- seize
- take over
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Summary: skyjack in Brief
The verb 'skyjack' [ˈskaɪdʒæk] means to take control of an aircraft during a flight, especially using violence or threats. It is synonymous with 'hijack' and 'commandeer.' Examples include 'The plane was skyjacked by terrorists,' and 'The pilot managed to prevent the hijacker from skyjacking the plane.'
