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to outflank
01
to gain an advantage over someone, especially by using a clever strategy
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
outflank
3rd person singular
outflanks
Present participle
outflanking
Past simple
outflanked
Past participle
outflanked
Examples
The company outflanked its rivals by launching a cheaper model.
02
to maneuver around the side of an enemy force, position, or defensive line in order to gain a tactical advantage
Examples
The general devised a plan to outflank the enemy, sending a contingent of troops to attack from the rear.
