Ambush
Definition
(noun) A surprise attack from a concealed position
Examples
“The soldiers were caught in an ambush while patrolling the area.”
“They set up an ambush by the bridge.”
“Maya said the ambush ruined her whole night.”
“At 2 a.m., the gang sprang an ambush outside Luis's shop.”
“Don't walk that alley after dark, it's an ambush waiting to happen.”
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