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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Waylay' in a Sentence

"To intercept or attack unexpectedly, often from hiding, with the intention of robbing, seizing, or causing harm." more

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The detective suspects that the criminal might have waylaid the victim before the murder.
The detective will have been waylaying the suspect for weeks, gathering evidence to solve the case.

Waylay

wey-ley
verbTo intercept or attack unexpectedly, often from hiding, with the intention of robbing, seizing, or causing harm.
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Last Updated On: May 18, 2024
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