Word of the Day – October 5, 2026

tactic

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Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Noun An action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end. (used 24 times in citations and controls)
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Noun tactics — A plan for attaining a particular goal. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Noun tactics — The branch of military science dealing with detailed maneuvers to achieve objectives set by strategy. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Other Forms

Type Other Form
Plural tactics
Plural Possessive tactics'
Possessive tactic's

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