maneuvered

VERB

plan, scheme

Synonyms

STRONGEST

exploit jockey manipulate navigate operate

STRONG

angle beguile cheat con conspire contrive cook design devise doctor engineer fence finagle finesse intrigue machinate manage move play plot proceed rig scam sham shift trick upstage wangle work

WEAK

come up with go around leave holding the bag play games pull strings push around put one over

Antonyms

STRONG

destroy disorganize forget neglect remain stop

WEAK

leave alone

VERB

direct physically

Synonyms

STRONGEST

deploy handle manipulate navigate negotiate steer wield

STRONG

dispense drive exercise guide move pilot ply swing

Antonyms

STRONG

discourage dissuade stop

WEAK

leave alone neglect

Example Sentences

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According to the UK defence source, the Russian frigate appeared to have been "drifting rather than being manoeuvred under power, which may have made her feel more vulnerable".

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

With a steady hand, she manoeuvred a huge wind turbine section, five metres in diameter, across the yard.

From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026

The Sydney-born player was brimming with confidence as he manoeuvred his way through the first set, fending off five break points before striking at 4-4 and serving it out.

From BBC • Aug. 31, 2024

By the end, England had manoeuvred themselves into a position from which they can level the series.

From BBC • Jul. 20, 2023

He manoeuvred the ship over the ruins of Epidaurus.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan