tactic
Translation
tactic, strategy, maneuver
Examples
We need to discuss a new tactic.
We need to discuss a new tactic.
It was a clever tactic to delay the meeting.
It was a clever tactic to delay the meeting.
Grammar Patterns
a ((adjective)) tactic That was a very clever tactic.
a tactic ((to-inf)) His tactic was to wait for them to make a mistake.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strategy, plan, maneuver, ploy
Etymology
From Greek 'taktikos', relating to arrangement, from 'tassein' meaning 'to arrange'.
Memory Tips
Think of a game like chess. Each move is a 'tactic' as part of a larger strategy.