This is the 2329th most frequent Spanish word.
secuestro
"Secuestro" means "kidnapping" or "abduction" in English.
The word 'secuestro' here refers to the act of kidnapping individuals, highlighting its criminal context.
El secuestro de personas es un delito grave.
Kidnapping is a serious crime.
In this sentence, 'secuestro' is used metaphorically to describe the taking or seizing of resources, conveying an impact on the availability or access of these resources.
El secuestro de recursos puede afectar a una comunidad.
The seizure of resources can affect a community.
Here, 'secuestro' refers to a plot event highlighting the dramatic nature of the act and its contribution to the storyline.