waylaying

"a lamb is a young sheep;  these picture books are for young readers"

"He is a student of life."

"I demand to see the manager."

"The hallway smelled of freshly baked cookies, leading to the kitchen where the family was celebrating. "

"Three irreplaceable paintings were stolen from the gallery."

"I fear the worst will happen."

"He is a student of life."

"The police used a wiretap to get an intercept of the suspect's phone call. "

"That famous singer, somebody everyone recognizes, is performing at the school concert. "

"The hikers were waylaid by bandits hiding in the forest. "

"After their argument, Sarah avoided talking to her brother for a week. "

"The meeting ended unexpectedly early, leaving us with extra time before dinner. "