richmahn_en_tn/jdg/16/10.md

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have deceived me...told me lies

Both of these phrases have similar meanings. It is said in different ways to add emphasis to the statement. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet)

lying in wait

This phrase refers to people who are ready to attack but silently wait for the right moment. AT: "ready to attack" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom)

Samson tore off the ropes from his arms like they were a piece of thread

This phrase compares the ropes to thread because thread is thin and easy to break. AT: "Samson easily tore the ropes off of his arms" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile)