OUTFLANK Definition & Meaning

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outflank

[ out-flangk ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

verb (used with object)

to go or extend beyond the flank of (an opposing military unit); turn the flank of.
to outmaneuver or bypass.

outflank

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verb

to go around the flank of (an opposing army)
to get the better of

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of outflank¹

First recorded in 1755–65; out- + flank

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The US-Saudi security deal would also be a good way for Washington to outflank the Chinese, whose rise to global power includes a strong interest in the Gulf, its oil, money and strategic position.

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It comes days after an announcement on the winter fuel payment also designed to outflank Anas Sarwar’s party and embarrass the UK administration.

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That promise outflanked the Labour Party, because it put a timeframe on the promise.

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