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outflank

1 of 1verb
/aʊtˈflæŋk/
Forms:outflanks,outflanking,outflanked,outflanked
1

to gain an advantage over someone, especially by using a clever strategy

  • The company outflanked its rivals by launching a cheaper model.
  • Smaller firms often outflank larger ones through innovation.
  • The lawyer outflanked the prosecution with unexpected evidence.
  • Political opponents were outflanked by a sudden policy shift.
  • He tried to outflank his opponent in the debate with sharp logic.
Synonyms:
outdoscooptrumpbest
2

to maneuver around the side of an enemy force, position, or defensive line in order to gain a tactical advantage

C2
  • The general devised a plan to outflank the enemy, sending a contingent of troops to attack from the rear.
  • During the battle, the cavalry was strategically positioned to outflank the opposing infantry, disrupting their formation.
  • The guerrilla fighters utilized their knowledge of the terrain to outflank the larger enemy force, catching them by surprise.
  • The military strategist instructed the artillery to create a diversion, allowing infantry to outflank the enemy's main position.
  • The nimble cavalry units were deployed to outflank the slower-moving armored divisions and strike at vulnerable points.
Synonyms:
go around