Manoeuvre (Noun)
Meaning 1
A plan for attaining a particular goal.
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
A military training exercise.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
A move made to gain a tactical end.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 4
A deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill; "he made a great maneuver"; "the runner was out on a play by the shortstop".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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- Footwork
- Takeaway
- Blitz
- Completion
- Icing
- Ball Hawking
- Obstruction
- Baseball Play
- Stroke
- Figure
- Assist
- Mousetrap
- Jugglery
- Safety Blitz
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Meaning 5
An action aimed at evading an opponent.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The boxer's quick manoeuvre allowed him to dodge his opponent's powerful punch.
- The driver made a clever manoeuvre to avoid the oncoming car, swerving to the side of the road just in time.
- The chess player's clever manoeuvre caught her opponent off guard, putting her in a winning position.
- The politician's manoeuvre to deflect criticism of her policies was seen as insincere by many voters.
- The football player's agile manoeuvre allowed him to evade the defender and score a goal.