Proof of life

Evidence indicating that a victim of a kidnapping is alive. Typically a ransom demand will not be paid until there is confirmation that the hostage is still alive; usually in the form of a photograph with the victim holding up a current copy of a newspaper.

I will not pay the ransom until I have proof of life.

Taylor, I will not pay your rent until I have proof of life; call your mother.

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