What is another word for laying a trap for?
Pronunciation: [lˈe͡ɪɪŋ ɐ tɹˈap fɔː] (IPA) 
There are multiple synonyms for the phrase 'laying a trap for.' Some of the common ones include setting a snare, baiting a trap, preparing an ambush, creating a lure, devising a scheme, and plotting a ploy. These phrases are used interchangeably to describe the actions of a person who is trying to deceive or catch another person. In most cases, these phrases are used in a negative context, and in the case of setting a trap, they generally imply a malicious intent by the person attempting to capture their victim. However, in some situations, such as hunting or fishing, laying a trap can be done with the best of intentions, and without any ill will.
