strategize

verb

strat·​e·​gize ˈstra-tə-ˌjīz How to pronounce strategize (audio)
strategized; strategizing

intransitive verb

: to devise a strategy or course of action

Examples of strategize in a Sentence

The organization strategizes for Republican candidates.
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As tensions between Russia and Ukraine have escalated in the last few weeks and the countries have engaged in numerous strong retaliatory attacks, bordering nations have been strategizing about ways to protect their borders with allied countries Russia and Belarus. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024 Many retailers have strategized by offering free returns for their loyalty members or basing free return availability on customer purchase amount. Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024 Fans have had to strategize and plan for the best time to attack the massive lines for merchandise at her shows. David K. Li, NBC News, 29 Nov. 2024 Nonprofits and community leaders dedicated to helping immigrants are strategizing about how to mount a defense. Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for strategize 

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of strategize was in 1855

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“Strategize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strategize. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

strategize

verb
strat·​e·​gize -ˌjīz How to pronounce strategize (audio)
strategized; strategizing
: to devise a strategy or course of action
strategized with her teammates
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