lying in wait
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lying in wait — idiom
1. hidden and ready to attack, catch, or surprise someone — used literally for anim
1.idiom
Definition
hidden and ready to attack, catch, or surprise someone — used literally for animals or people, or figuratively for dangers or problems.
Example
The tiger was lying in wait near the watering hole, watching the herd approach.
A surprise exam was lying in wait for students who had not studied.