tack

Example Sentences

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Britain initially refused access to US warplanes but later changed tack, saying bases could be used for "defensive operations."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

In fact, the major central banks were all taking a more conservative tack as they faced questions about how much and how long the war with Iran would boost oil prices.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

He has used the novel tack of publicly proclaiming his lack of independence to enlarge himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Notably, his previous decisions to tack it up to other, prevalent life circumstances.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Sitting on a tack trunk with his friend Bill Buck during the match negotiations, he made an amazing statement.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand