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Definition maneuver in American English

maneuver noun

noun
/məˈnuvər/
1

a movement that you have to make with care or skill

Example

David tried every maneuver imaginable to pass the truck.

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2

a clever plan or action that you use to get something you want, especially one that uses illegal or dishonest methods

Example

a maneuver designed to divert public opinion from the real issue

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Definition maneuver in American English