Cry to a captor

RELEASEME

Think of a desperate plea that might be shouted in two words during a hostage situation.

"Cry to a captor" is a direct hint at the phrase someone might shout when begging for freedom. The answer "RELEASEME" mimics the desperate plea of a prisoner or hostage, blending the literal meaning of "cry" (a shout) with the idea of addressing a captor. It’s a straightforward charade-style clue where the surface reading matches the answer’s intent—no hidden wordplay, just a dramatic scenario turned into a concise command.