Definitions

tactics

[tak-tiks] / ˈtæk tɪks /

NOUN

strategy

Synonyms

STRONG

approach campaign channels course defense device disposition generalship line maneuver means method move plan ploy policy procedure scheme stratagem system tack technique trick way

WEAK

maneuvering plan of attack red tape

Example Sentences

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"I didn't used to pay much attention to tactics," Messi told journalist Juan Pablo Varsky in 2024.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

This summer's World Cup will see a high number of law changes, primarily around eradicating tactics to slow the tempo of play and waste time.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Those tactics have already helped New York pull off a miracle.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

In attempt to reduce the risk of damage to communities and ecosystems, the state has employed a wide range of tactics.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

“Although I don’t think I’ll need it. Diversionary tactics are my specialty.”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein

Vocabulary lists containing tactics

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

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Obama, on the 50th anniversary of 'Bloody Sunday'

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Hoot

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