ambush

Example Sentences

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Researchers believe the behaviour may involve ambush attacks from below, with dolphins potentially unaware of the threat.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Species that feed on invertebrates, forage along the bottom, or rely on ambush strategies to catch prey also showed higher rates of contamination compared with other fish.

From Science Daily • Feb. 3, 2026

Maybe Buffalo is a team of destiny, but this feels like an ambush in waiting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

Syrian authorities last week blamed the ambush on a member of Syria’s security forces who they said was set to be fired for holding extremist views.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

Runt pounced on top of Pax, crowing at his successful ambush.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker