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outmaneuver

1 of 1verb
/ˌaʊtməˈnuvər/
Forms:outmaneuvers,outmaneuvering,outmaneuvered,outmaneuvered
1

to surpass or overcome an opponent or obstacle through strategic and skillful maneuvers

C2
  • The general successfully outmaneuvered the enemy forces, gaining a strategic advantage in the battlefield.
  • During the negotiation, she outmaneuvered the opposing team by anticipating their arguments and presenting compelling counterpoints.
  • The resourceful explorer outmaneuvered obstacles in the treacherous terrain, reaching the destination against all odds.
  • The experienced sailor outmaneuvered the storm, navigating the ship to safety through strategic course adjustments.
  • The clever spy managed to outmaneuver surveillance, completing the mission undetected.
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