Military Strategy Vocabulary

noun a person, group, or force that opposes or attacks; opponent; enemy; foe

• The lawyer presented strong evidence to prove his client's innocence against the adversary.
• I heard you have a new adversary at work, good luck dealing with them.
• Watch out for that shady dude, he's your new adversary now.
• Fear is my greatest adversary, always holding me back from taking risks.

verb to gather or collect a large amount of something over time

• The company was able to amass a large amount of data through their research efforts.
• I've been trying to amass a collection of vintage vinyl records.
• She's been amassing quite the following on social media.
• Over the years, he has managed to amass a wealth of knowledge and experience.

noun the act of completely destroying or defeating someone or something

adjective annihilative - tending to destroy or defeat completely

• The scientist proposed a theory on the annihilation of matter and antimatter.
• The superhero's power is total annihilation of his enemies.
• That movie was an absolute annihilation at the box office.
• The team faced annihilation in the final moments of the game.

noun a violent physical or verbal attack

verb to make a physical or verbal attack

• The suspect was charged with assault and battery.
• I heard there was an assault at the party last night.
• Don't mess with him, he'll assault you if you make him mad.
• The harsh criticism felt like a verbal assault on her character.

noun a situation in which nations of similar strength have equal power and can prevent any one country from dominating the others

• The balance of power in the region shifted after the treaty was signed.
• The balance of power between the two teams is pretty even.
• The balance of power in the office changed when the new boss came in.
• In any negotiation, it's important to understand the balance of power between the two parties.

verb to sit or stand with one leg on each side of something

adverb in a manner that involves sitting or standing with one leg on each side of something

• The knight bestrode his horse with confidence as he prepared to face the enemy.
• He bestrode the dance floor like he owned it.
• She bestrode the competition and came out on top.
• His influence bestrode the entire industry, shaping its direction for years to come.

noun A country situated between two potentially hostile countries, serving to prevent conflict between them.

• A buffer state is a country that lies between two rival or potentially hostile greater powers, serving to prevent conflict between them.
• A buffer state is like a middleman between two big players, keeping them from getting into a fight.
• A buffer state is like a peacekeeper, making sure no one steps out of line.
• In the world of geopolitics, a buffer state is like a cushion that absorbs the impact of any potential conflicts.

noun a gradual accumulation or increase, especially of something negative or undesirable

adjective relating to or characterized by buildup

• The buildup of sediment in the river caused flooding in the nearby town.
• The buildup of traffic on the highway made me late for work.
• I can't stand the buildup of drama in our friend group.
• The buildup of tension between the two countries finally led to war.

verb to bring or come to an end; stop

• The company decided to cease all operations in the region.
• I think it's time to cease working on this project.
• Let's just cease with the drama, okay?
• His heartache seemed to never cease, no matter what he did.

noun a responsibility or duty

verb to rush forward with intent to attack

adverb used to indicate the manner in which something is done

preposition indicating movement into or onto a place or location

• The company decided to charge in the new product line at a higher price point.
• Let's charge in and grab some food before the movie starts.
• We're gonna charge in and party all night long!
• She always charges in with confidence and determination in everything she does.

noun a position in which a player's king is in check and there is no way to remove the threat, resulting in the player losing the game

verb to place (an opponent's king) under an attack from which it cannot escape and thus winning the game

• After a series of strategic moves, the player finally achieved checkmate.
• Ha! Checkmate, buddy!
• I totally checkmated him in that game.
• Her argument was so strong, it was like delivering a checkmate to her opponent.

noun a line or circle of police, soldiers, or guards preventing access to or from an area

verb to form a cordon around or enclose with a cordon

• The police set up a cordon around the crime scene to preserve evidence.
• They put up a cordon so no one could get through.
• The concert was so crowded, we had to break through the cordon to get closer to the stage.
• The cordon of security guards protected the VIP guests at the event.

noun a sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government

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• The military successfully executed a coup to overthrow the government.
• Did you hear about the coup that happened last night?
• The rebels pulled off a crazy coup to take control of the city.
• Her strategic move was like a political coup in the business world.

noun A course of action is a plan or strategy designed to achieve a particular goal or objective.

• After careful consideration, we have decided on the best course of action to address the issue.
• Let's figure out our next move and come up with a course of action.
• We need to brainstorm and come up with a plan of attack.
• Navigating through the challenges ahead, we must chart a course of action to reach our goals.

• The ancient castle was crenellated to provide defense against potential invaders.
• The old fort was all crenellated and stuff, like in the movies.
• The cool new building in town is totally crenellated - it's like something out of a video game.
• Her arguments were crenellated with logic and evidence, making them nearly impossible to refute.

noun a person or thing that has the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively

adjective showing the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively

• The board members made a decisive decision to invest in the new project.
• She made a really decisive move in the game and won in just a few moves.
• He dropped out of school, but that was a decisive move for him to pursue his passion.
• The artist's use of bold colors was a decisive choice in creating a powerful impact in the painting.

verb to protect someone or something from harm or danger by taking action to prevent an attack or injury

• It is the duty of the lawyer to defend their client in court.
• I will always defend my friends when they need help.
• I got your back, I'll defend you no matter what.
• The strong walls of the castle defended the kingdom from enemy attacks.

noun a person who defends or protects someone or something

adjective used to describe something that defends or protects

• The defender made a crucial interception to prevent a goal.
• The defender totally shut down the opposing team's offense.
• That defender is a beast on the field.
• She was a defender of truth and justice in her community.

adjective capable of being defended or justified

• The lawyer presented a defensible argument in court.
• I don't think that excuse is defensible.
• That's not a defensible move, dude.
• His actions were defensible in the eyes of the law.

noun the action of disrespecting or violating something sacred

• The desecration of the historic church was met with outrage from the community.
• They were arrested for the desecration of the cemetery last night.
• I can't believe they would stoop so low as to commit desecration like that.
• Her actions were seen as a desecration of everything he held sacred.

noun a state of disorganization or untidiness

• The office was in complete disarray after the unexpected inspection.
• Her room is always in disarray, she never cleans up.
• The party was a total disarray, everyone was all over the place.
• His mind was in disarray after the shocking news.

verb to cause someone or something to change course or turn from one direction to another

• The construction crew had to divert traffic away from the accident site.
• We need to divert our plans for the weekend and stay in to finish this project.
• Let's divert the conversation to something more interesting.
• Her clever remarks were able to divert attention from her mistakes.

noun a golf hole that has a sharp angle in its fairway

• The golf course had a challenging dogleg on the 5th hole.
• Watch out for the tricky dogleg up ahead on the road.
• I hate driving on roads with so many doglegs, it's so annoying.
• The project took a dogleg when unexpected issues arose.

verb to form a circle around; surround

• The ancient ruins were encircled by a massive stone wall.
• We decided to encircle the campfire for warmth.
• The group of friends encircled the new student to welcome them.
• His love for her seemed to encircle his entire being.

verb to form a circle around something or someone

• The ancient ruins were encircled by a high stone wall.
• We encircled the campfire to stay warm.
• The rumor quickly encircled the school halls.
• His thoughts were encircled by doubt and uncertainty.

noun a portion of territory surrounded by a larger territory whose inhabitants are culturally or ethnically distinct

• The embassy is located within a diplomatic enclave in the city.
• The neighborhood is like its own little enclave, everyone knows each other.
• We found a cool enclave to hang out and chill in the city.
• Her mind was like an enclave, closed off from the outside world.

noun the act of increasing rapidly in intensity or magnitude

verb to increase rapidly in intensity or magnitude

• The conflict between the two countries continues to escalate, with no sign of resolution in sight.
• Things are really starting to escalate between those two, it's getting pretty intense.
• The drama is escalating real quick, it's about to go down.
• As tensions rise, the situation is beginning to escalate like a wildfire spreading out of control.

noun a person or thing that exerts power or influence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, in this case indicating the direction or source of the force

• The company had to force from the employee due to repeated violations of company policy.
• The teacher had to force from the students to pay attention during the lecture.
• The bouncer had to force from the troublemakers at the club.
• Sometimes we have to force from our comfort zones in order to grow and learn.

adjective able to be enforced or carried out by force

• The police used forcible entry to gain access to the building.
• He had to use some forcible persuasion to get his point across.
• The bouncer used some pretty forcible moves to kick out the troublemakers.
• Her words were like a forcible slap in the face, waking him up to the reality of the situation.

noun a particular arrangement or structure of a group of people or things

• The geological formation of the mountain range took millions of years.
• The soccer team's formation was a 4-4-2 for today's match.
• I love watching the dancers' formation during the halftime show.
• The formation of a strong bond between the siblings was evident in their actions.

noun a complete range or extent

adjective comprehensive or covering all aspects

• The company decided to implement the new technology on a full scale.
• We're going all out with this project, full scale!
• Let's go big or go home, full scale it is!
• Her emotions were on a full scale, ranging from joy to despair.

verb to take a risk or make a bold or determined effort, often with the possibility of great success or failure

• The company decided to go for broke and invest all their resources into the new project.
• Let's just go for broke and see what happens!
• We're going to go for broke and give it our all.
• Sometimes you just have to go for broke and take a risk in order to succeed.

verb to make or become hard or harder

adjective having become solid or firm; toughened

adverb in a hardened manner

• The metal was hardened through a process of heating and cooling.
• His heart had hardened after years of disappointment.
• She's a hardened criminal, watch out for her.
• His resolve was hardened by the challenges he faced.

adjective describing the most forward or front part of something

• The headmost student in the class always sets a good example for others to follow.
• I always make sure to sit in the headmost row of the movie theater for the best view.
• I need to be the headmost in line for the new iPhone release.
• The headmost player on the team is known for their exceptional skills and leadership.

noun The open ocean beyond the territorial waters of any country

• The ship encountered rough weather on the high seas.
• We had a great time sailing on the high seas.
• Let's hit the high seas and catch some waves!
• Navigating the high seas of entrepreneurship can be challenging.

noun an act of hunting wild animals or game

verb to pursue and capture or kill for food or sport

• The royal family went on a hunt in the forest.
• Let's go on a hunt for the best pizza in town.
• I heard John is on the hunt for a new job.
• She's always on the hunt for new opportunities to grow her business.

noun a person who enters a place without permission, especially in order to commit a crime

adjective relating to someone who enters a place without permission

• The security system detected an intruder attempting to enter the building.
• I think there might be an intruder in the house, I heard some strange noises.
• Dude, did you see that intruder trying to break in last night?
• Negative thoughts can be like intruders in your mind, disrupting your peace.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The company began to lose ground in the market due to increased competition.
• If you don't keep up with your studies, you'll start to lose ground in class.
• I can't afford to lose ground in this game, I need to level up.
• She felt like she was starting to lose ground in her relationship with her partner.

noun the quality or ability of being able to change direction or move quickly and easily

• The fighter jet's maneuverability allowed it to outmaneuver the enemy aircraft.
• I love how easily this sports car handles, its maneuverability is top-notch.
• Dang, did you see that skateboarder's sick maneuverability on the halfpipe?
• The politician's maneuverability in navigating through tricky situations helped him secure the deal.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

verb action or state of being

adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

preposition shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• It is important to meet challenges head on in order to find solutions.
• When faced with a problem, just meet it head on and deal with it.
• Don't run away from your fears, just meet them head on!
• She decided to meet the criticism head on and address it directly.

noun a confused fight, skirmish, or scuffle

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• The knights engaged in a fierce melee on the battlefield.
• There was a crazy melee at the concert last night.
• Things got real messy during the melee at the party.
• The political debate turned into a verbal melee between the candidates.

noun a point at which something is at an equal distance from the beginning and the end

adverb in the middle of a place or process

• The team reached the midway point of the project ahead of schedule.
• We're only midway through the movie, so don't spoil the ending!
• I'm feeling a bit midway about this whole situation.
• She felt like she was midway between two worlds, not fully belonging to either.

noun the armed forces of a country

adjective relating to or characteristic of soldiers or armed forces

• The military plays a crucial role in safeguarding national security.
• My cousin just joined the military and is stationed overseas.
• I heard that movie is about a group of friends who go on a crazy military mission.
• In the business world, strategy is often compared to military tactics.

noun a mistake or error in calculation

• The project timeline was delayed due to a miscalculation in the budget.
• I made a miscalculation on my math homework and got the answer wrong.
• She totally messed up the recipe because of a miscalculation in the ingredients.
• His miscalculation in judging her feelings led to a misunderstanding between them.

verb to take control or possession of a place

adjective busy or engaged with a particular activity or task

• The office space is currently occupied by a law firm.
• Sorry, the seat is occupied. You'll have to find another one.
• I can't hang out tonight, my schedule is totally occupied.
• Her thoughts were occupied with worries about the future.

noun an annoyance or resentment caused by a perceived insult or disregard

• Committing an offense against the law can result in serious consequences.
• I didn't mean to cause any offense with my comment.
• Dude, that joke was totally offensive!
• Her bold fashion choices were seen as an offense to traditional style norms.

verb to be of higher rank or superior to someone or something else

• In the military hierarchy, generals outrank colonels.
• I think my sister outranks me in terms of popularity at school.
• No way, she totally outranks him in the coolness factor.
• Her determination to succeed outranks any obstacles in her way.

noun An overt act is a physical action or behavior that is open, observable, and not hidden or secret.

adjective The word 'overt' describes something that is clearly shown or easily observable.

• The prosecution must prove that the defendant committed an overt act in furtherance of the conspiracy.
• The cops caught him red-handed while he was in the middle of an overt act.
• He got busted while trying to pull off that overt act.
• His decision to quit his job was seen as an overt act of rebellion against the company.

verb to catch up with and pass by, as in a race or competition

• The car accelerated to overtake the slow-moving truck on the highway.
• I had to speed up to overtake the cyclist on the road.
• I gunned it to overtake the old lady driving too slowly.
• His ambition drove him to overtake his competitors in the business world.

noun the action of overthrowing a ruler or government

verb to remove forcibly from power

• The rebels plotted to overthrow the government.
• They're planning to overthrow the boss.
• Let's overthrow this party and go somewhere else.
• Sometimes, we must overthrow our own limiting beliefs to achieve success.

noun a state of confusion or disorder

adverb in a confused, rushed, or disorderly manner

• The crowd rushed pell-mell towards the exit in a state of panic.
• We threw our belongings in the car pell-mell and hit the road.
• The kids were running around the playground pell-mell, having a great time.
• The project was moving forward pell-mell, with no clear plan in place.

verb present participle of the verb 'penetrate', which means to pass into or through

adjective able to make a way into or through something

• The surgeon used a penetrating tool to make a precise incision.
• The detective's penetrating gaze made the suspect nervous.
• That joke had a penetrating punchline that had us all laughing.
• The author's writing had a penetrating insight into the human condition.

noun a place where someone or something is located or has been put

verb to put someone or something in a particular place or location

• She was offered a prestigious position at the top law firm in the city.
• He landed a sweet position at that new startup.
• I heard she snagged a killer position at that tech company.
• In chess, the position of the pieces on the board is crucial for winning the game.

noun a person or thing that is practical or capable of being done

adjective able to be done or put into practice; feasible

• It is important to consider all practicable options before making a decision.
• Let's try to come up with a practicable solution to this problem.
• We need to figure out a doable plan for the project.
• Finding a practicable path through the maze of obstacles was challenging.

noun the act of preempting or the state of being preempted

verb to take action in order to prevent something from happening or to seize something before someone else can

• The government decided to preempt any potential threats by increasing security measures.
• I think we should preempt any issues by addressing them before they become bigger.
• Let's preempt any drama by nipping it in the bud.
• She preempted his argument by presenting her case first.

verb to intimidate, manipulate, or deceive someone psychologically in order to gain an advantage

• The athlete tried to psych out his opponent by maintaining a calm and confident demeanor.
• I think she's trying to psych us out with all these mind games.
• Don't let them psych you out, just focus on your own game.
• The loud noises from the construction site were starting to psych me out.

noun a section of a newspaper or magazine that can be easily removed

adjective describing something that can be easily removed or extracted

• The military's pullout from the region was carefully planned and executed.
• I heard there's a pullout of the new iPhone next month.
• I can't believe he did a pullout right before the big exam.
• The company's sudden pullout from the market left many investors shocked.

verb to suppress or put an end to something, usually by force

• The authorities quelled the protest before it turned violent.
• The teacher quelled the students' chatter with a stern look.
• The security guard quelled the commotion at the club last night.
• His soothing words quelled her fears and doubts.

noun the recurrence or outbreak of a disease, or the revival of a bad situation

• The recrudescence of the disease has raised concerns among public health officials.
• The recrudescence of drama between those two is exhausting to watch.
• I can't believe the recrudescence of that trend from the 90s.
• The recrudescence of memories flooded her mind as she walked through the old neighborhood.

verb to make or become twice as much or as many

• In order to meet the deadline, we must redouble our efforts.
• We need to really step up our game to get this done on time.
• Let's kick it up a notch and redouble our efforts.
• Sometimes in life, we need to redouble our determination to overcome obstacles.

noun the act of reducing or cutting back on expenses or costs, especially in a business or organization

• The company had to resort to retrenchment in order to cut costs and stay afloat.
• Many employees were laid off due to retrenchment at the company.
• I heard there's going to be a massive retrenchment round next month.
• In times of crisis, retrenchment may be necessary to survive.

noun a journey on horseback, bicycle, or motorcycle

verb to endure or survive a difficult situation

• The captain assured the crew that they would ride out the storm safely.
• Don't worry, we'll just ride out the bad weather and continue on our journey.
• Let's just ride out this rough patch and things will get better soon.
• Sometimes you just have to ride out the ups and downs of life and trust that things will improve.

noun a barrier or obstacle set up to block or obstruct a road or passage

• The construction work on the highway caused a roadblock for commuters.
• There was a huge roadblock on the way to the concert because of an accident.
• I can't believe we hit a roadblock with our plans to go camping this weekend.
• Lack of funding has become a roadblock in our efforts to expand the business.

noun a way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination

verb to plan or determine a route for travel

adjective used to describe something related to a particular route

preposition used to indicate the direction or location of a route

• The new highway route will significantly reduce travel time between the two cities.
• Let's take the scenic route to the beach instead of the highway.
• I know a shortcut route that will get us there faster.
• She took a different route in her career and ended up finding success in a new industry.

verb to move with great haste or speed

adjective characterized by speed or urgency

• The CEO was rushing to catch his flight to the important business meeting.
• I saw Sarah rushing to finish her homework before the deadline.
• I was rushing to get ready for the party and ended up forgetting my phone at home.
• The river was rushing with such force after the heavy rainfall.

verb to drain of strength or energy; weaken

adjective weakened or drained of strength or energy

• The long hours of work sapped his energy, leaving him feeling exhausted.
• Staying up late playing video games sapped all of my energy.
• The intense workout completely sapped me.
• The constant stress of the job sapped her enthusiasm for the project.

noun a written outline of a movie, novel, or stage work giving details of the plot and individual scenes

• The business analyst presented a detailed scenario analysis to the board of directors.
• Let me paint you a scenario where we all win the lottery and retire early.
• In what world would that scenario ever play out?
• The artist's painting depicted a surreal scenario of a world without gravity.

noun a designated route for ships to travel through a body of water

• The cargo ship navigated through the busy sea lane to reach the port.
• We should avoid that sea lane during rush hour, it's always crowded with boats.
• I heard there's a shortcut sea lane we can take to get to the island faster.
• In the sea lane of life, sometimes you have to navigate through rough waters to reach your destination.

verb to take hold of suddenly and forcibly; grasp

• The police were able to seize the stolen goods during the raid.
• I'm going to seize the opportunity to ask her out on a date.
• Let's seize the day and go on a road trip!
• Don't let fear seize control of your life.

verb to attack or assault someone

preposition used to indicate an action or event that is directed towards someone or something

• The group of protesters set upon the government building demanding change.
• The kids set upon the playground as soon as the bell rang for recess.
• The gang set upon their rival in a back alley showdown.
• The feeling of dread set upon her as she realized she was lost in the maze.

noun a person or thing that is easily a target or victim, especially in a dangerous situation

• The security breach left our system vulnerable, like a sitting duck waiting to be attacked.
• Leaving your bike unlocked in this neighborhood is like a sitting duck for thieves.
• Don't be a sitting duck out there, make sure you're always aware of your surroundings.
• Without a backup plan, we were like sitting ducks in the face of uncertainty.

adjective showing caution or restraint; not using or giving freely

adverb in a way that shows caution or restraint; without wastefulness

• The government is sparing no effort in ensuring the safety of its citizens.
• She is known for sparing no expense when it comes to her wardrobe.
• I'm sparing no time in getting this project done.
• His sparing use of words made his speech all the more impactful.

noun a device with a small spike or pointed object attached to the heel of a rider's boot, used to urge a horse forward

verb to urge or encourage someone to do something

• The new tax incentives were designed to spur economic growth in the region.
• Let's go for a hike and see if we can find any spurs along the trail.
• I heard that concert really spurs up the crowd.
• His words of encouragement were the spur she needed to pursue her dreams.

verb to walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall

adjective walking or moving unsteadily, as if about to fall

• The hiker staggered along the rocky trail, struggling to keep his balance.
• After the party, Sarah staggered home, still feeling the effects of the alcohol.
• I was so staggered by the news that I couldn't even speak.
• The company's profits staggered in the third quarter, causing concern among investors.

noun a straight course or path

adverb immediately or without delay

• Upon receiving the urgent message, he left straightaway to attend to the matter.
• I'll be ready to go straightaway once I finish getting dressed.
• Let's bounce straightaway before it gets too crowded.
• She knew she had to make a decision and chose to jump straightaway into the unknown.

noun a plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim

adjective relating to or characterized by a careful plan or method

• The company implemented a new marketing strategy to increase sales.
• We need to come up with a game plan to win this project.
• Let's brainstorm a plan of attack to tackle this problem.
• Life is like a game of chess, you need to have a strategy to win.

noun the act of subduing or the state of being subdued

adjective relating to the act of subduing

• The police used subdual techniques to apprehend the suspect without causing harm.
• The security guard quickly performed a subdual move to stop the fight.
• The bouncer used some serious subdual skills to break up the bar fight.
• Her subdual of the opponent's arguments during the debate was impressive.

noun the act of subverting or the state of being subverted; overthrow or destruction of a government, institution, etc., by sabotage, insurrection, etc.

adjective pertaining to or characteristic of subversion

• The act of subversion undermines the authority of the government.
• He was caught red-handed in his subversion of company policies.
• I heard she's been up to some shady subversion stuff lately.
• The artist's subversion of traditional painting techniques created a stir in the art world.

noun the quality or state of being superior, or higher in rank, quality, or importance

• The company prides itself on the superiority of its products compared to competitors.
• She always brags about the superiority of her cooking skills.
• His new car definitely has that superiority factor over all the others in the parking lot.
• The artist's work exudes a sense of superiority in its creativity and originality.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or other adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The eagle would swoop down upon its prey with incredible speed and precision.
• I saw a seagull swoop down upon a french fry someone dropped on the beach.
• The kids were waiting for the ice cream truck to swoop down upon the neighborhood.
• The sudden realization seemed to swoop down upon her like a dark cloud.

noun A person who is skilled in the art of organizing and directing military operations or maneuvers

adjective Relating to or characteristic of a tactician

• The tactician carefully analyzed the battlefield before devising a strategic plan.
• My friend is such a tactician when it comes to playing chess.
• That guy is a real tactician when it comes to getting what he wants.
• She was a tactician in the game of politics, always knowing the right move to make.

noun the art of disposing armed forces in order of battle and of organizing operations, especially during contact with an enemy

• The military developed new tactics to counter the enemy's advances.
• She used some clever tactics to win the game.
• I don't like his sneaky tactics to get what he wants.
• In negotiations, sometimes you have to change tactics to get the best deal.

verb The action of assuming control or responsibility over something or someone.

preposition Indicating the action of assuming control or responsibility over something or someone.

• The new CEO will be taking over the company next month.
• I heard Sarah is taking over as manager while Tom is on vacation.
• Did you see that new show that's taking over Netflix right now?
• The feeling of exhaustion was taking over her body as she worked late into the night.

noun a person, object, or place selected as the aim of an attack

verb to aim or direct at a target

• The marketing team set a specific target for sales growth this quarter.
• We need to hit our sales target by the end of the month.
• Let's crush our target and celebrate with a team dinner!
• Aim for the stars and make them your target to achieve greatness.

noun a sudden or forceful movement or action

verb to push or force something out or forward with great strength

• The machine automatically thrust out the finished product once it was complete.
• The toaster suddenly thrust out the toast, almost scaring me.
• I was so surprised when the cat thrust out its paw to grab the toy.
• His emotions were thrust out into the open during the heated argument.

noun the action of moving something to a different position

• The transposition of the two variables in the equation led to a completely different outcome.
• Switching the order of those two things messed up the whole equation.
• Flipping those around totally screwed up the math problem.
• The transposition of roles within the organization caused chaos and confusion.

noun a change in direction or position

adverb in a reversed or opposite direction

preposition used to indicate a change in direction or position

• The ship made a sharp turn about to avoid the iceberg.
• I had to do a quick turn about to catch up with my friends.
• She did a crazy turn about on the dance floor last night.
• Sometimes in life, we need to make a turn about and change our direction.

noun a change in direction or course

verb to reverse direction and go back

adverb in a direction opposite to the original

preposition used to indicate a return to a previous point or position

• The hikers decided to turn back when they realized they were lost.
• We should probably turn back before it gets too dark.
• Let's bail and turn back, this party is lame.
• Sometimes you have to turn back in order to move forward in life.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• The country's cybersecurity systems are under attack by sophisticated hackers.
• Our website is under attack by spammers trying to post fake comments.
• Our neighborhood is under attack by a gang of troublemakers.
• His reputation is under attack from false rumors spread by jealous competitors.

adjective relating to, affecting, or done by one side only

• The country made a unilateral decision to impose new trade tariffs.
• She decided unilaterally to cancel the meeting without consulting anyone.
• He went ahead and did it all by himself, totally unilateral.
• The artist's unilateral choice of colors created a striking contrast in the painting.

adjective describing a place or space that is not being used or lived in

• The unoccupied office space was quickly filled with new employees.
• There were plenty of unoccupied seats at the movie theater.
• The party was boring, there were so many unoccupied people just standing around.
• Her mind was like an unoccupied room, filled with endless possibilities.

adjective not giving way to pressure or force; stubborn or inflexible

• The judge remained unyielding in his decision to deny the appeal.
• She is known for her unyielding determination to succeed.
• Don't mess with him, he's unyielding when it comes to defending his friends.
• The mountain stood unyielding against the harsh winds and storms.

noun a monetary unit of Japan, equal to one hundredth of a yen

verb past tense of send

• The judge handed down a harsh sentence to the convicted criminal.
• The judge gave the criminal a tough sentence.
• The criminal got a heavy sentence from the judge.
• The weight of the sentence hung heavy over the courtroom.

noun a person's name or a brand name

verb to love or admire deeply

adjective describing something or someone as being loved or admired deeply

adverb modifying a verb, adjective, or other adverb to indicate the degree or manner of the action or description

pronoun a word that can function as a noun phrase referring to the speaker, the person spoken to, or the person or thing spoken about

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause

interjection an abrupt remark, made especially as an aside or interruption

• The lo-vis aircraft blended in seamlessly with the night sky.
• I almost didn't see the lo-vis car parked on the street.
• That lo-vis outfit is so on point.
• His words were like a lo-vis warning sign, subtle but impactful.

noun a mythical creature resembling a wolf, often depicted in fantasy literature and games

• The military used Warg1 technology to simulate different battle scenarios.
• I heard they're using Warg1 in the new video game for realistic combat.
• Warg1 is the real deal when it comes to virtual warfare.
• His strategic thinking was like a Warg1, always planning ahead and anticipating the enemy's moves.

noun a linear arrangement of people or things

verb to follow or support someone or something closely

preposition indicating the position or location of someone or something in relation to another

• The students were instructed to row in behind their teacher as they walked to the museum.
• Let's row in behind the group so we don't get lost in the crowd.
• We should row in behind the cool kids if we want to fit in at the party.
• It's important for us to row in behind our leader and support their decisions.

noun a term that refers to a feeling of annoyance or displeasure caused by someone's actions or words

• The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charge of doffense.
• I can't believe he got caught for that doffense.
• She was arrested for some serious doffense.
• His actions were a clear doffense to the rules of the game.

verb to place or position something in a particular location

• The company decided to emplace a new policy regarding employee benefits.
• They're going to emplace some new rules at work.
• Let's emplace a plan to hang out this weekend.
• She emplaced herself as the leader of the group.

noun a type of warfare that uses technology to attack or defend against digital systems and networks

• The government is investing more resources in defending against cyber warfare attacks.
• I heard that some hackers are planning to launch a cyber warfare campaign.
• Cyber warfare is no joke, it can cause serious damage to a country's infrastructure.
• In the world of business, cyber warfare is like a silent but deadly competitor lurking in the shadows.

noun VUCA stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity. It is a concept used to describe the unpredictable nature of the modern world.

• The current business environment is characterized by VUCA, which stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity.
• Things are pretty VUCA right now in the market, so we need to be prepared for anything.
• The situation is so VUCA that we have no idea what's going to happen next.
• Navigating through life can sometimes feel like being in a VUCA world where nothing is certain.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective describing word that modifies a noun

• Scientists are constantly studying the known unknowns in the field of quantum physics.
• We're trying to figure out the known unknowns in this project.
• It's like we're chasing after the known unknowns in this mystery.
• Life is full of known unknowns, like unexpected opportunities waiting to be discovered.

noun a person or thing that is recognized or familiar

adjective acknowledged or familiar

• The concept of a known known refers to information that is already known and acknowledged.
• It's like when you already know something and everyone else knows it too.
• When it's a known known, there's no point in trying to hide it.
• In a world full of unknowns, it's comforting to have a known known to rely on.

noun a Chinese surname

• The xun is a traditional Chinese musical instrument.
• I heard the xun is quite difficult to play.
• Let's jam out on the xun tonight!
• The xun represents the harmony of nature in Chinese culture.

noun a point on a route or path that marks a direction or location

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• The pilot set a new waypoint in the navigation system to guide the aircraft to its destination.
• Make sure to follow the waypoints on the map so we don't get lost.
• I'll drop a pin on the map as our waypoint for meeting up later.
• Setting goals in life can act as waypoints to keep you on track towards your dreams.

noun a colloquial abbreviation for intelligence, referring to information or data gathered for analysis or surveillance

• The company invested in new Intel processors for their computers.
• I heard Intel is coming out with a new chip soon.
• I need to upgrade my rig with some Intel gear.
• Her intel on the situation was crucial for making a decision.

noun a point scored by hitting an ace in tennis

• The lawyer made an ace point during the trial, which ultimately swayed the jury in favor of his client.
• I think you really nailed that presentation - you made an ace point that got everyone's attention.
• Dude, your argument was so on point, it was straight up ace!
• In the game of chess, sacrificing a pawn to gain a strategic advantage is known as an ace point move.

adverb in a position with the front turned forward or upward

preposition in a tilted or lopsided position

• The peacock strutted acock, displaying its vibrant feathers.
• She always walks around with her head held acock, like she owns the place.
• He was standing there all acock, trying to impress everyone.
• The new artist's work left everyone acock with its unique style.

noun a movement forward or onward

preposition used to indicate movement or progress in a particular direction

• The army made an advance on the enemy's position.
• We decided to advance on the next level of the game.
• Let's advance on that party tonight.
• She made a bold advance on the new project.

noun the practice of seeking out risky or exciting experiences

• The company's adventurism in expanding into new markets paid off with increased profits.
• His adventurism in trying new foods led to some interesting culinary experiences.
• She's known for her adventurism when it comes to trying extreme sports.
• His political adventurism often lands him in hot water with his colleagues.

verb to confront or challenge someone in a bold or disrespectful manner

• He affronté the accusations with grace and dignity.
• She affronté the rude comments by walking away.
• I can't believe he affronté that bully like that!
• The team affronté the challenges head-on and came out victorious.