One way to be held Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Friday, March 27, 2015 · 37-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, March 27, 2015.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · March 27, 2015 · 37-Down · 7 letters
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a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms
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