Carry off (for ransom) (6)

I believe the answer is:

kidnap

(Other definitions for kidnap that I've seen before include "deprive it of liberty" , "'Abduct, snatch (6)'" , "Small island" , "Take as hostage" , "Abduct and hold for ransom" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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