Solte
Release
Language note: Verb used in commands; similar to 'let go!' in English.
Culture note: In hostage negotiations, direct commands are often used for clarity and urgency.
Context: A person is pleading with a hostage-taker to release the pizza delivery guy.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Solte
[Sol-teh]
Release
To let go or set free.
O criminoso pediu que soltassem o refém.
The criminal asked for the hostage to be released.
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