noun

maneuvering

noun

The act of skillfully moving something into position, or of scheming to gain advantage.

"After weeks of political maneuvering, the bill finally passed."

"Tight maneuvering was needed to fit the sofa through the doorway."

How to Use Maneuvering

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe ongoing act of carefully steering, positioning, or scheming.

UK vs US

Spelled "manoeuvring" in British English.

maneuverings plural

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After weeks of political _____, the bill finally passed.

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