Waylay and Wait

Waylay

Waylay verb - Wait in hiding to attack.
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Synonyms for Waylay

Wait and waylay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wait" instead a verb "Waylay".

Nearby Word: waylaying

Wait

Wait verb - To remain in place in readiness or expectation of something.

Waylay and wait are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Waylay" instead a verb "Wait".

Nearby Words: waited, waiting, waiter

Common collocations

couple waylay couple wait couple
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