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What is the opposite of ambush?

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Noun
Opposite of a surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position
Noun
Opposite of an attack launched from a concealed position
“The infantry moved so slowly and with such predictability, that the defending archers were able to drive them back.”
Noun
Opposite of a comprehensive defeat in a competitive situation
Noun
Opposite of a device or enclosure designed to physically catch animals or persons
“Once the cattle ran themselves out into the open, it was not difficult to follow them and eventually slow them to a normal gait.”
Noun
Opposite of a fierce or destructive attack
Verb
Opposite of to attack someone, typically from a hidden position
Verb
Opposite of to take violent or aggressive action against
“He executed an upper block to defend a hit and counter-attacked with a reverse punch.”
Verb
Opposite of to ambush or ensnare by hiding and unexpectedly intercepting
Verb
Opposite of to spring upon suddenly to attack or capture
Verb
Opposite of to catch with, or as if with, a snare or trap
Verb
Opposite of to hunt or pursue stealthily
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