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strategic

Definition

  • adjective: of or relating to a general plan that is created to achieve a goal in war, politics, etc., usually over a long period of time
  • adjective: of, relating to, or marked by 'strategy'
  • synonyms: important, of import, strategical

Examples

  • a 'strategic' retreat [=a retreat that is done in order to help accomplish a general plan]

  • The hill is located at a 'strategic' position.

  • The bridges have great 'strategic' value.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Now I am cured. I ask only to be shot while my mind is still clean. - (fanfare) - A glorious victory. A vast strategic manoeuvre to outflank the Eurasian forces on the African front has been successful. Perfectly coordinated, it has resulted in the utter rout of the Eurasian army. (..)
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