tactic
Translation
tactic, manoeuvre, ploy
Examples
We need a new tactic to win the game.
We need a new tactic to win the game.
His tactic was to wait for his opponent to make a mistake.
His tactic was to wait for his opponent to make a mistake.
Grammar Patterns
((a tactic)) ((for sth. / for -ing)) a plan for doing something. We need a new tactic for winning the game.
((a tactic)) ((to-inf)) a plan to do something. His tactic to delay the vote failed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strategy, manoeuvre, plan, method
Etymology
From Greek 'taktikos' (of arrangement), from 'tassein' (to arrange).
Memory Tips
Think of the game 'tic-tac-toe'. You need a good tactic to win.