maneuvers
Translation
manoeuvres, exercises, operations, schemes
Examples
The army performed complex maneuvers.
The army performed complex manoeuvres.
His political maneuvers were clever.
His political manoeuvres were clever.
Grammar Patterns
((military/political)) manoeuvres - manoeuvres in a specific context. The military manoeuvres were impressive.
((a series of)) manoeuvres - a number of related movements or actions. The company made a series of manoeuvres to avoid bankruptcy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: movements, tactics, operations, schemes
Etymology
From French `manœuvre`, from `main` (hand) + `œuvre` (work). Literally 'hand-work'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'manual work' needed to move something large, like an army or a political plan. Note the US spelling 'maneuver' vs the UK spelling 'manoeuvre'.