1. to defeat or gain an advantage over someone by using clever tactics or strategy
Usage: transitive

Examples

• The chess player outmaneuvered her opponent with a brilliant sacrifice.
• The company outmaneuvered its competitors by launching the product first.
• She outmaneuvered the other candidates during the debate.
• The general outmaneuvered the enemy forces by attacking from an unexpected direction.
• He tried to outmaneuver his business rivals through strategic partnerships.
• The politician outmaneuvered her critics with a well-timed announcement.