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Definition of tactical - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
smart planningskillful or clever in achieving a goal
- Her tactical approach to negotiations was impressive.
2.
strategyTECH. related to tactics or strategic planningTECH.
- The team made a tactical decision to delay the launch.
3.
militaryTECH. related to small-scale military operationsTECH.
- The tactical unit was deployed to the conflict zone.
4.
firearmsRare US having a military appearance with specific accessoriesRare US
- He bought a tactical rifle with a detachable magazine.
Expressions with tactical
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planned action to gain advantage
The army executed a tactical maneuver to outflank the enemy.
move made to gain a tactical end
The general executed a tactical manoeuvre to outflank the enemy.
vote intended to influence the result
His tactical vote was aimed at ensuring a coalition government.
special equipment or clothing used for military or survival tasks
He packed his tactical gear before the mission.
intelligence needed for planning tactical operations
Tactical intelligence was crucial for the mission's success.
practical short-term help that aids carrying out a planned action
The analytics team offered tactical support for the new product launch.
investment approach that temporarily changes portfolio mix based on market conditions
The fund relies on tactical asset allocation to adjust exposure during volatile periods.
short-term action plan designed to achieve part of a larger goal
The manager presented a tactical plan to boost sales this quarter.
planned withdrawal to avoid disadvantage
The army made a tactical retreat to regroup and strengthen their defenses.
genre of video game combining role-playing and tactical gameplay
He enjoys playing tactical role-playing games on his console.
voting for a less preferred candidate to affect the election outcome
Tactical voting helped defeat the unpopular candidate.
military transport of troops and supplies within a combat area by aircraft
The squadron specializes in tactical airlift to remote forward bases.
used for conveying information in military operations
Tactical communication devices are essential for soldiers.
military exercise for planning tactical movements
The officers participated in a tactical ride TEWT.
organized group of personnel used to carry out short-term operations or maneuvers
Each tactical unit received detailed instructions before the mission began.
temporary urban interventions to improve city life
Tactical urbanism projects transformed the neglected park into a vibrant space.
alert of an imminent military threat
The tactical warning allowed the troops to prepare for the incoming attack..
Origin of tactical
Greek, taktikos (of or pertaining to arrangement)
Terms with tactical included in their meaning
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military
tactical air force unit with multiple flights
figurative
competitive world of commerce seen as a set of tactical moves
sports
location on a playing area affecting scoring chance or tactical advantage
military tactics
perform a tactical movement in military
tactical move
strategy to gain advantage in a situation
tactical location
point occupied by troops for tactical reasons
police
specialized police unit for tactical operations
tactical movement
move around a corner while clearing each angle
safety tactical
deliberate blast set off safely, often for tactical reasons
tactical device
device causing bright flash and loud noise
military
arrangement of troops for tactical purposes
strategy
strategic positioning of troops for tactical needs
military
perform a tactical military movement
acr: Tactical Reconnaissance Underwater Equipment
Tactical Reconnaissance Underwater Equipment
naval warfare
ship positioned windward for tactical advantage
abr: Army Tactical Missile System
long-range missile system used by the military
acr: battalion tactical group
military unit with soldiers and equipment
field reports
knowledge about enemy moves used for tactical operations
chess
tactical chess move interrupting a plan
acr: police tactical unit
special group of police for dangerous situations
sports
tactical skill and positioning in the boxing ring
tactical shot
shot leaving the cue ball blocking the object ball
military
tactical operation part of a larger strategy
abr: tactical air navigation beacon
radio system helps planes find direction and distance
Examples of tactical in a sentence
The tactical layout of the store increased sales significantly. They developed a tactical plan to improve sales. Her tactical approach helped win the negotiation. They planned a tactical maneuver to surprise the enemy. The general discussed tactical strategies with his officers. The tactical vest was equipped with multiple pouches.
She admired the tactical flashlight's rugged design.
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- French:tactique, militaire, ...
- German:taktisch, militärisch, ...
- Italian:tattico, strategico, ...
- Spanish:táctico, de combate, ...
- Portuguese:tático, operacional, ...
- Chinese:策略性的, 战术的, ...
- Japanese:戦略的な, 戦術的な, ...
- Arabic:تَكْتِيكِيّ, اسْتراتِيجِي, ...
- Hebrew:טַקְטִי, אַסְטְרָטֵגִי, ...
- Russian:тактический, стратегический, ...
- Ukrainian:тактичний, плановий, ...
- Hindi:रणनीतिक, सामरिक, ...
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