waylayer (Meaning)
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waylayer (n.)
One who waylays another.
Synonyms & Antonyms of waylayer
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waylayer Sentence Examples
- The bandits were notorious waylayers who preyed on unsuspecting travelers along the desolate road.
- The assassin planned his attack carefully, becoming a waylayer in the shadows to await his target's arrival.
- Fear gripped the village as rumors spread of a lone waylayer lurking in the nearby woods.
- The authorities dispatched a posse to hunt down the elusive waylayer who had been terrorizing the countryside.
- The waylayer's cunning allowed him to evade capture for months, leaving fear and suspicion in his wake.
- The victim's account painted a vivid picture of the waylayer's stealthy ambush and swift escape.
- The waylayer's motive remained a mystery, leaving investigators puzzled and the public on edge.
- Fear kept people from venturing out after dark, as the waylayer was known to strike without warning.
- The townsfolk organized a neighborhood watch in an attempt to deter potential waylayers.
- The waylayer became a legend in the region, a cautionary tale whispered among locals and travelers alike.
FAQs About the word waylayer
One who waylays another.
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The bandits were notorious waylayers who preyed on unsuspecting travelers along the desolate road.
The assassin planned his attack carefully, becoming a waylayer in the shadows to await his target's arrival.
Fear gripped the village as rumors spread of a lone waylayer lurking in the nearby woods.
The authorities dispatched a posse to hunt down the elusive waylayer who had been terrorizing the countryside.
