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tactics

n.
US //ˈtæktɪks// UK //tˈæktɪks// tac·tics
  1. 1 specific methods or actions (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the specific steps or methods you use to win a game or reach a goal.

    specific actions or procedures carefully planned to achieve a particular end. Often used in the plural to describe a series of moves.

    Example

    The team changed their tactics in the second half to focus on defense.

    Example

    The marketing department's aggressive tactics included social media blitzes and targeted email campaigns designed to disrupt the competitor's launch.

    Pitfall
    Our strategy and tactic were successful.
    Our strategy and tactics were successful.

    When referring to a set of methods, 'tactics' is almost always used in the plural form.

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