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"Hijack" vs "Highjack"

Both 'hijack' and 'highjack' are words, but 'hijack' is the correct and more commonly used spelling in English. 'Highjack' is considered a misspelling of 'hijack'.

Last Updated: March 24, 2024

Hijack

This is the correct spelling and commonly used in English.

The term 'hijack' is used to describe the act of illegally seizing control of a vehicle, especially an aircraft, by force.

Examples:

  • The terrorists attempted to hijack the plane.
  • The criminals hijacked the truck and stole the goods.

Alternatives:

  • commandeer
  • seize control of
  • take over

Highjack

This is a misspelling of 'hijack' and not commonly used in English.

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