待ち伏せ
Reading: まちぶせ
Meaning: ambush, lying in wait
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Example Sentence
敵 が 待ち伏せ を します
The enemy will set an ambush.
Usage Notes
Describes waiting to surprise or attack someone. Often used with する to form a verb.
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