ambushes

[US]/ˈæmbʃəz/

[UK]/amˈbʊʃiz/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the act of attacking suddenly and unexpectedly from a hidden position, especially in warfare.; a surprise attack carried out by an enemy force hiding in a concealed position.; the group of people who carry out the ambush.; a place where an ambush is set up.

Phrases & Collocations

lay in ambushes

plan ambushes

set up ambushes

avoid ambushes

prepare for ambushes

ambush victims

multiple ambushes

Example Sentences

the soldiers laid an ambush.

they were caught in a surprise ambush.

the enemy launched several ambushes during the battle.

he was skilled at planning ambushes.

the police were aware of the possibility of ambushes.

ambushes are a common tactic in guerrilla warfare.

the hunters set up an ambush to catch the deer.

they fell victim to a well-planned ambush.

the soldiers used camouflage to avoid detection during the ambush.

the ambush was a complete success.

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