to outflank
01
to gain an advantage over someone, especially by using a clever strategy
Exempel
Political opponents were outflanked by a sudden policy shift.
02
kringgå, flankera
to maneuver around the side of an enemy force, position, or defensive line in order to gain a tactical advantage
Exempel
The military strategist instructed the artillery to create a diversion, allowing infantry to outflank the enemy's main position.
Den militära strategen beordrade artilleriet att skapa en avledning, vilket tillät infanteriet att kringgå fiendens huvudposition.
