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ambush

/æmˈbʊʃ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does ambush mean?

noun, verb

A surprise attack, typically from a concealed position. To attack or assault someone or something suddenly and unexpectedly.

Example

"The soldiers were caught in an ambush by the enemy."

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