Ambushing Meaning in English
word · lemma: ambush
释义
Catching someone by surprise in order to attack or trap them, often by hiding and then suddenly appearing. Used for military actions, hunting, or even in games and sports when one surprises an opponent.
用法与细微差别
Often formal or military, but also used in games. Common phrases: 'ambushing the enemy', 'ambushing prey'. Sometimes figurative for surprising someone in conversation. Do not confuse with 'attacking' (not always a surprise).
例句
The soldiers were ambushing the enemy at dawn.
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They are ambushing wild animals in the forest.
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The kids were ambushing each other during the game.
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He surprised us by ambushing from behind the door with a water gun.
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They're always ambushing me with questions when I walk into the office.
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Journalists were ambushing the celebrity as he left the restaurant.
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