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to outflank
01
to gain an advantage over someone, especially by using a clever strategy
Exemples
The company outflanked its rivals by launching a cheaper model.
Smaller firms often outflank larger ones through innovation.
02
déborder, contourner
to maneuver around the side of an enemy force, position, or defensive line in order to gain a tactical advantage
Exemples
The general devised a plan to outflank the enemy, sending a contingent of troops to attack from the rear.
Le général a conçu un plan pour déborder l'ennemi, en envoyant un contingent de troupes pour attaquer par l'arrière.
During the battle, the cavalry was strategically positioned to outflank the opposing infantry, disrupting their formation.
Pendant la bataille, la cavalerie était stratégiquement positionnée pour déborder l'infanterie adverse, perturbant ainsi leur formation.
