Manoeuver (Verb)
Meaning 1
Act in order to achieve a certain goal; "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship"; "She maneuvered herself into the directorship".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- She maneuvered herself into a key position within the organization to gain more influence on the decision-making process.
- The company spent years trying to maneuver its way into a dominant market share.
- The politician skillfully maneuvered to take control of the committee that handled the city's budget.
- The investor attempted to maneuver his company into a favorable position in the merger.
- The ambitious employee constantly maneuvered her colleagues to advance her own career goals.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense.
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
Direct the course; determine the direction of travelling.
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.