maneuver

//məˈnuːvər//
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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.

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