tactic

Example Sentences

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Talks, deals, and economic relief were in ample evidence, with sanctions used as a negotiating tactic but without a credible threat of force.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Earlier this month, a federal judge quashed subpoenas issued to the Fed as part of the probe, with the court saying there was "a mountain of evidence" to suggest the investigation was a pressure tactic.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

The tactic is infuriating to opposition parties, and many viewers and listeners at home.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“Maybe it’s a TACO, maybe it’s a negotiating tactic, or maybe it’s a ruse. No one knows for sure, maybe not even Trump himself,” Elliott said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

The humiliation tactic was one of Wickersham’s favorites, and I saw him use it again not long after the incident with Robinson.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover