Ambush

Answer:

SNEAKATTACK

Hint:

Think of a surprise military maneuver where stealth is key—this two-word term describes striking without warning.

Explanation:

"Ambush" is a straightforward clue hinting at a surprise attack, which is exactly what "sneak attack" describes. The answer is written as one word, "SNEAKATTACK," blending "sneak" (to move quietly) and "attack" (a sudden strike) to match the idea of an ambush. It’s a direct definition with no hidden wordplay—just a clear, modern phrasing of the concept.

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