Stratagem

usgb/ˈstrætədʒəm/
noun

A plan or trick designed to surprise or outsmart an enemy or opponent.

He devised several stratagems to get out of attending the meeting.
Visual representation of "stratagem" - A plan or trick designed to surprise or outsmart an enemy or opponent

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  • devise a stratagem
  • cunning stratagem
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Deceptive Nature

Stratagem often implies clever deception to achieve goals.

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His stratagem involved feigning illness to avoid a confrontation.
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Military Context

Stratagem is frequently used in military and combat situations.

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The general's stratagem successfully outflanked the enemy forces.
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Clever Planning

A stratagem is often a result of careful thought and planning, not random chance.

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She employed a stratagem to secure the best deal during negotiations.
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