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What does “will” mean in this sentence?

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Rebecca

The word "will" here is used as a noun and refers to someone's choice or desire. So the expression "against our will" means that they were forced into doing something without having a choice. Here, Nick is talking about how he and Judy were kidnapped and taken to Mr. Big's without their permission. Here are some other examples of this expression: Ex: I was forced to sign the contract against my will. Ex: Her parents made her get married against her will.

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