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The Clue

Kidnap, in a way (8 letter answer)

The Answer

SHANGHAI

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Notes

The answer SHANGHAI is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1800 puzzles.

Related Clues

Abduct
Kidnap
Carry away, in a way
Force into service
Major Chinese seaport
China's most populous city

Definition

SHANGHAI as a noun:

1. the largest city of China; located in the east on the Pacific; one of the largest ports in the world

SHANGHAI as a verb:

1. (shanghai, impress) = take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship; "The men were shanghaied after being drugged"