Suchen
to outflank
01
überflügeln, übertreffen
get the better of
02
umgehen, überflügeln
to maneuver around the side of an enemy force, position, or defensive line in order to gain a tactical advantage
Example
The general devised a plan to outflank the enemy, sending a contingent of troops to attack from the rear.
During the battle, the cavalry was strategically positioned to outflank the opposing infantry, disrupting their formation.
The guerrilla fighters utilized their knowledge of the terrain to outflank the larger enemy force, catching them by surprise.
