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Definition tactic in American English

tactic noun

noun
/ˈtæktɪk/

▪ bullying, delaying, diversionary, stalling, strong-arm, underhand

1

a particular method or plan for achieving something

Example

The governor's tactics involved accusing his opponent of being too liberal.

Example

She had often used the tactic of threatening to quit.

Example

Others were furious at the government's strong-arm tactics over the vote.

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Definition tactic in American English