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something done to achieve a particular goal
Toddlers use a lot of different tactics to try to get what they want.
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Recent Examples of tactic
In Rochester, New York, frustrations with the crow population, which reaches upwards of 20,000 each night during the holiday season, have prompted city officials to use serious scare tactics to ward off the roosts.
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024
However, analysts think that such tactics to draw investment into the country could backfire.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
Here, that tactic is not needed because the race car is considerably lighter.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2024
Negro said that there are likely other forms of animal coloration that served as nighttime camouflage, which has not been as well studied as daytime concealment tactics.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024
However, analysts think that such tactics to draw investment into the country could backfire.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
Here, that tactic is not needed because the race car is considerably lighter.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2024
Negro said that there are likely other forms of animal coloration that served as nighttime camouflage, which has not been as well studied as daytime concealment tactics.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tactic
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New recycling methods are limited in availability and costly, which ironically means that landfilling is currently the most cost-effective disposal option.Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Bill went home from Shea by his usual method: limo.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 23 Dec. 2024
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Clifford helped to pioneer the sport and Brazilian training techniques in England.Jay Harris, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
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While there are treatments for endometriosis, such as medication and surgery, that can help manage symptoms, certain self-care techniques can give some extra relief.2 The self-care practices below may not cure endometriosis but can make living with this painful condition more bearable.Sarah Bence, Health, 28 Dec. 2024
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Although the instant gratification of performance marketing is tempting, neglecting your brand is a shortsighted strategy.Ira Belsky, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Reeves’ The Batman was the first fire-breathing theatrical release for Warner Bros. post Covid after implementing a day-and-date release strategy on Max; the movie making $369.3M domestic, $772M WW.Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 27 Dec. 2024
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But that sword cuts both ways, my friend, as the Bengals are 0-7 this season against teams with a winning record.Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 27 Dec. 2024
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Louisville's infamous 'Can Opener' a site of crashes for decades The bridge, assembled around 1930 as part of a project by the Southern Railway and the Louisville & Nashville Railroad tracks, shifted Eastern Parkway about 100 feet north and widened Third Street to make way for the underpass work.Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Tactic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tactic. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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