
Ambush
Military Context
Often used when referring to surprise military tactics or historical battles.
The army's strategy was to ambush their opponents at dawn.
Hidden Attack
Emphasizes a sudden and unexpected attack from a concealed position.
The bandits lay in ambush, waiting for the caravan to pass by.
Surprise Element
The success of an ambush often relies on the element of surprise.
For years, highwaymen would ambush travelers on this road.