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Synonyms for maneuver

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noun · a military training exercise
manoeuvresimulated military operation
noun · a plan for attaining a particular goal
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noun · a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill

“he made a great maneuver”

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noun · a move made to gain a tactical end
manoeuvretactical maneuvertactical manoeuvre
noun · an action aimed at evading an opponent
manoeuvreevasive action
verb · direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
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verb · act in order to achieve a certain goal

“He maneuvered to get the chairmanship”

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verb · perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
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