waylaying Synonyms
waylaying Meaning
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waylaying (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Waylay
waylaying Sentence Examples
- The bandits lay in wait for the unsuspecting travelers, waylaying them at a secluded pass.
- The ambushers employed a cunning strategy, waylaying their targets in broad daylight.
- The robbers' waylaying tactics proved effective, as they swiftly intercepted and robbed the victims.
- The police were on high alert, fearing a waylaying by desperate criminals.
- The soldiers were instructed to patrol remote areas, preventing any potential waylaying attempts.
- The hikers were warned about the dangers of being waylaid by mountain bandits.
- The delivery truck was waylaid by a group of armed men, who stole its precious cargo.
- The lone traveler was terror-stricken when he realized he had been waylaid by thugs.
- The strategic placement of roadblocks helped deter potential waylaying attacks.
- The authorities launched a manhunt for the criminals responsible for the brazen waylaying of a high-profile businessman.
FAQs About the word waylaying
of Waylay
attacking,ambushing, surprizing, capturing, surprising,assaulting, trapping, preying (on or upon), ambuscading, jumping
No antonyms found.
The bandits lay in wait for the unsuspecting travelers, waylaying them at a secluded pass.
The ambushers employed a cunning strategy, waylaying their targets in broad daylight.
The robbers' waylaying tactics proved effective, as they swiftly intercepted and robbed the victims.
The police were on high alert, fearing a waylaying by desperate criminals.
