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Captivity

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Emotional WeightPlay
Captivity carries a sense of helplessness and sadness for the captive. SlideThe panda's eyes conveyed a deep sense of sadness from years of captivity.
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Human vs. AnimalsPlay
Use 'captivity' for both people and animals imprisoned or not free to leave. SlideMany animals in zoos are bred in captivity and never experience the wild.
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Not a ChoicePlay
'Captivity' implies a lack of freedom by force, not by the individual's choice. SlideRescued from captivity, the hostages were finally free.