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Outflank (Verb)

Meaning 1

Get the better of; "the goal was to best the competition".

Classification

Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.

Examples

  • The company's innovative marketing strategy helped them outflank their competitors in the burgeoning tech industry.
  • The entrepreneur's creative approach to product design ultimately outflanked the more established brands in the market.
  • By investing heavily in research and development, the startup was able to outflank their rivals in terms of technological advancements.
  • The agile nature of the small business allowed it to outflank the larger, more sluggish corporations in adapting to changing market trends.
  • The tech giant's strategic acquisition helped them outflank their competitors by gaining control of a crucial segment of the market.

Synonyms

  • Best
  • Scoop
  • Outdo
  • Trump

Hypernyms

  • Shell
  • Trounce
  • Beat
  • Crush
  • Vanquish

Hyponyms

  • Outmaneuver
  • Outsmart

Meaning 2

Go around the flank of (an opposing army).

Classification

Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.

Examples

  • The general devised a strategy to outflank the enemy by launching a surprise attack from the left side.
  • To outflank the opposing force, the commander moved a battalion to the east to attack from behind a ridge.
  • Enemy forces prepared to outflank them by pushing troops around to the right, but the defenders were ready.
  • Their main goal was to outflank the rebel army by infiltrating their territory and launching a surprise assault.
  • Using clever tactics, the military leaders were able to outflank the enemy's position, catching them off guard and causing chaos.

Synonyms

  • Go Around

Hypernyms

  • Go
  • Locomote
  • Move
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