maneuver
//məˈnuːvər//
Noun
maneuverSingular
maneuversPlural
1
A planned and controlled movement or series of moves, especially by military forces or vehicles.
The military conducted a complex maneuver to surround the enemy.
2
A skillful or clever action or plan intended to achieve a particular goal, often involving deception or strategy.
The politician's maneuver to gain support was clever but risky.
Verb
maneuverInfinitive
maneuverPresent tense
maneuveredPast tense
maneuveredPast participle
maneuveringPresent participle
maneuversThird-person singular
1
To move or guide something skillfully and carefully into a particular position or through a difficult space.
She carefully maneuvered the car into the tight parking space.
2
To use clever tactics or strategies to achieve an advantage or desired outcome.
She maneuvered skillfully to get the promotion.