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v. - Perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense; Direct the course; Act in order to achieve a certain goal.

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  • In the manoeuver, or by some misunderstanding, the Fifth
  • So calling for such a tactic is simply a partisan manoeuver here.
  • Mary trembled with positive relief at the signal success of her manoeuver.
  • "That was an illegal manoeuver," protested R-1 as she began looking for revenge.
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