Definitions

waylaid

[wey-leyd, wey-leyd] / ˈweɪˌleɪd, weɪˈleɪd /

VERB

intercept, ambush

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accost

STRONG

ambuscade assail attack box bushwhack catch jump lurk prowl skulk slink surprise

WEAK

hold up lay for lie in wait pounce on set upon swoop down on

Antonyms

WEAK

allow forward

Example Sentences

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Iran’s gains: The deal could be a relief for the country, which is facing domestic unrest and an economy waylaid by harsh sanctions.

From New York Times

And it was a relief for Iran, which is grappling with domestic unrest and an economy waylaid by harsh sanctions.

From New York Times

In another attack also last month, gunmen disguised as police officers waylaid a van carrying Rommel Alameda, the vice mayor of Aparri, a town in the north, killing him and five companions.

From New York Times

As the story moves on, it loses track of Sammy, and the mystery is waylaid in favor of something more arresting, more sinister, more enthralling.

From New York Times

The stage show was originally scheduled to premiere in Australia in May 2020, but like live shows across the globe — it got waylaid by the pandemic.

From Los Angeles Times