tau1 zaap6偷襲偷袭
Jyutpingtau1 zaap6
Yaletāu jaahp
Definition
To launch a sneak attack or ambush when the enemy is unprepared.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Often used in gaming contexts to describe a surprise attack on an opponent who is distracted or unprepared. It carries a sense of unfairness or cowardice compared to a direct confrontation.
Examples
They want to ambush us under the cover of darkness.
Why did you sneak attack me?
Related words
Common phrases
to carry out a sneak attack
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Grammar guides
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