Habab then suggested he knew of a better plan, and suggested they move further toward the enemy, make a reservoir of water from the next well and then fill it with sand - leaving the Muslim army able to withdraw to their trough for refreshment but the Quraish finding themselves unable to reach water.
Habab suggested an alternative approach, recommending they advance towards the enemy, obtain water from the nearby well, and cover it in sand. This would allow the Muslim forces to return to their water source while keeping the Quraish unable to reach any water.