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Discover LudwigThe phrase "taken prisoner" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to describe someone being captured and held against their will, often in a military or war context. Examples: - During the battle, many soldiers were taken prisoner by the enemy forces. - The rebel leader was taken prisoner and held in captivity for five years. - After being taken prisoner, the journalist was subjected to harsh interrogation techniques. - The invading army quickly overtook the city, leaving many residents taken prisoner.
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Some were taken prisoner.
Language was taken prisoner.
Nine men were wounded and taken prisoner.
Dózsa was taken prisoner and executed.
Five others were taken prisoner.
Jessica Lynch was taken prisoner had died.
Sometimes they were taken prisoner and tortured.
Taken prisoner of war by the Americans.
Foley reëntered Syria and, in November, 2012, was taken prisoner.
In 1653 he was taken prisoner by the government's forces.
Romanus was taken prisoner by the Seljuq sultan, Alp-Arslan.
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