Outflank

usgb/ˌaʊtˈflæŋk/
verb

To move around the side of an enemy and attack them from behind or from the side.

The soldiers managed to outflank their enemies during the night.
Visual representation of "outflank" - To move around the side of an enemy and attack them from behind or from the side.

Often appears as...

  • outflank the enemy
  • outflank the opposition
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Military Strategy

Primarily used to discuss tactics in military or warfare contexts.

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Our platoon will outflank the artillery units at dawn.
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Surprise Element

Often implies an element of surprise, taking the enemy unawares.

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With a swift maneuver, we'll outflank their defenses.
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Physical Movement

Suggests literal, physical movement in a 3-dimensional space.

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The general ordered his cavalry to outflank the hill.
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