spring an ambush

Examples (10)

• The rebels planned to spring an ambush on the supply convoy at dawn.
• The experienced commander knew exactly where to spring the ambush for maximum effect.
• They waited for hours in the dense jungle, ready to spring their ambush at the perfect moment.
• According to the captured intelligence, the enemy will spring an ambush in the narrow mountain pass.
• Springing an ambush without proper reconnaissance is a recipe for disaster.
• The guerrilla fighters have sprung another deadly ambush on a government patrol.
• The platoon was ordered to spring an ambush to disrupt enemy supply lines.
• The journalists decided to spring an ambush with tough questions as the senator left the building.
• The element of surprise is crucial when you spring an ambush.
• He hesitated for a moment, fearing the enemy might spring an ambush from the shadows.