political tactic

collocation in English

meaningsofpoliticalandtactic

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political
adjective
uk
/pəˈlɪt.ɪ.kəl/us
/pəˈlɪt̬.ə.kəl/
relating ...
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tactic
noun
uk
/ˈtæk.tɪk/us
/ˈtæk.tɪk/
a planned way of ...
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(Definition ofpoliticalandtacticfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

Examplesofpolitical tactic

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Nevertheless, that is considered to be a fairpoliticaltactic.
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It can be argued that that was a fairpoliticaltactic, but now the position is different.
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That may be a legitimatepoliticaltactic, but when measured against the opportunities of our children and young people it is nothing short of criminal.
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Is it not plain that the amendment is moved as a critical and destructivepoliticaltacticwithout offering any viable constructive alternative resolutions.
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Defensive forces will use it as apoliticaltacticas well.
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Politicaltacticto offer promise that would guarantee a better future to lure voters.
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Governments, organizations and individuals may engage in censorship as apoliticaltactic.
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This is apoliticaltacticbased upon misinformation, misrepresentation, emotions, and false fears.
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Being able to do this at close quarters gives the new nations the opportunity to spot thepoliticaltactic which may have influence inside their own countries.
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Early in their history, these affinity groups were a risky andpoliticaltacticof advocating for equal pay and equal opportunity.
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The government was fiercely criticised by provisional legislature members who said it was apoliticaltacticto embarrass the interim body.
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Thucydides developed a new and effectivepoliticaltacticby having his supporters sit together in the assembly, increasing their apparent strength and giving them a united voice.
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