outmaneuver

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Iranian negotiators for years have used pressure tactics and last-minute changes of venue and topic to try to outmaneuver their counterparts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

There are no human protagonists needed to outmaneuver a deadly alien foe this time around.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025

Instead, they must be creative, they must surprise their opponents, and they must outmaneuver them with the internet and social media.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2024

But in the same way that Rick and Michonne overpowered the three hikers who ineptly tried to mug them, they outmaneuver Jadis.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2024

Once in possession of this information, American engineers were able to anticipate the Soviets' capabilities and to design planes and missiles that could outmaneuver and outmatch them.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau