Strategic Terminology

noun a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position

verb to benefit or gain an advantage

• One advantage of using this software is its ability to streamline processes.
• The advantage of living close to work is that you can sleep in longer.
• Dude, the advantage of having a car is you can go wherever you want, whenever you want.
• In the game of chess, having the advantage means you are in a better position to win.

adjective clever at achieving one's aims by indirect or deceitful methods; cunning

adverb in a clever or cunning manner

• The crafty artisan spent hours perfecting the intricate details of the sculpture.
• She's a crafty one, always coming up with creative solutions to problems.
• That crafty fox managed to outsmart the other animals in the forest.
• His crafty plan to win the competition involved a lot of strategic thinking.

verb to overcome or defeat with superior strength or force

• The military's superior firepower was enough to overpower the enemy forces.
• She easily overpowered him in the arm wrestling match.
• The new video game character can overpower any opponent with its special moves.
• The loud music seemed to overpower the conversation in the room.

noun A fielding position between second and third base in baseball or softball, typically played by a skilled fielder

• The shortstop made a diving catch to stop the ball from going into the outfield.
• The shortstop snagged that ball like a pro!
• Did you see that sick play the shortstop made?
• Being the shortstop in this situation means you're the one who has to make the tough decisions.

noun a position, condition, or place that affords some advantage or benefit

adjective relating to or providing a strategic advantage or benefit

• From this vantage point, we can see the entire city skyline.
• Let's climb up to that vantage spot for a better view.
• I found the perfect vantage for taking Instagram photos.
• Looking at the situation from a different vantage, I realized there was a better solution.

verb to surpass or exceed in skill, ability, or strength

• The competitor's skills and experience outmatch those of his opponents.
• She completely outmatched her rival in the tennis match.
• There's no way you can outmatch me in this game.
• Her determination and perseverance outmatched any obstacles that came her way.