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tactical

[ tak-ti-kuhl ]

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adjective

of or relating to tactics, especially the placement of military or naval forces in battle or at the front line of a battle.
characterized by skillful tactics or adroit maneuvering or procedure, especially of military or naval forces:
tactical movements.
(of a weapon) short range, as battlefield missiles: Compare strategic ( def 4b ).
A tactical nuclear weapon would still present significant risks to battlefield troops on both sides of the conflict.
of or relating to a maneuver or plan of action designed as an expedient toward gaining a desired end or temporary advantage.
expedient; calculated.
prudent; politic.

tactical

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of, relating to, or employing tactics
a tactical error
(of weapons, attacks, etc) used in or supporting limited military operations
tactical bombing
a tactical missile
skilful or diplomatic
a tactical manoeuvre

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First recorded in 1560–70; tactic + -al ¹

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But now there's been a "tactical" decision by some in the community to "lie low".

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He has not simply been the beneficiary of the outstanding squad he inherited, he has added value with his tactical acumen.

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The Kentucky Derby is predominantly the first time a horse has run as far as 1 ¼ miles, so it’s the tactical aspects that often determine the winner.

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"For sure it's a mental thing, it's not tactical or technical," said Maresca.

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�� makes this Barca different isn't just the tactical framework, it's the emotional one.

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