Waylay: alternatives and connections

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Waylay

To lie in wait for; to meet or encounter in the way; especially, to watch for the passing of, with a view to seize, rob, or slay; to beset in ambush.

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Wait 76% connected

To watch; to observe; to take notice.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Ambuscade 92% connected

A lying in a wood, concealed, for the purpose of attacking an enemy by surprise. Hence: A lying in wait, and concealed in any situation, for a like p…

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Ambush 92% connected

A disposition or arrangement of troops for attacking an enemy unexpectedly from a concealed station. Hence: Unseen peril; a device to entrap; a snare.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Lurk 92% connected

To lie hid; to lie in wait.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Scupper 92% connected

An opening cut through the waterway and bulwarks of a ship, so that water falling on deck may flow overboard; -- called also scupper hole.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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