MANEUVER
\mənˈuːvə], \mənˈuːvə], \m_ə_n_ˈuː_v_ə]\
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direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
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a move made to gain a tactical end
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a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill; "he made a great maneuver"; "the runner was out on a play by the shortstop"
By Princeton University
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direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
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an action aimed at evading an enemy
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a move made to gain a tactical end
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Swift and skilful military or naval operation; an artful device; a stratagem.
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To perform certain movements with troops or war vessels; manage with art and skill.
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To cause to make certain movements, as troops or vessels; to handle skilfully; to make, move, or put into certain positions, by skilful management. Also, manoeuvre.
By William Dodge Lewis, Edgar Arthur Singer
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