Tactic

/ˈtæktɪk/ · noun

Meaning

A maneuver, or action calculated to achieve some end..

Definitions by Sense

1. A maneuver, or action calculated to achieve some end.
2. (military) A maneuver used against an enemy.
3. (chess) A sequence of moves that limits the opponent's options and results in an immediate and tangible advantage, typically in the form of material.
4. (dated, military) Tactical; of or relating to the art of military and naval tactics.
5. (chemistry) Describing a polymer whose repeat units are identical

Example Sentences

Omar has challenged Elliott Abrams’s record in Latin America, taken a firm line against Saudi Arabia and the Emirates, and advocated for—wait for it—the two-state solution for Israel and Palestine (even though the headlines have focused on her expressing support for the right to boycott as a tactic).

But time will teach the Russ, ev'n conquering War Has handmaid arts: aye, aye, the Russ will woo All sciences that speed Bellona's car, All murder's tactic arts, and win them too […]

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• tactics
• tactick

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