strategize

verb

strat·​e·​gize ˈstra-tə-ˌjīz How to pronounce strategize (audio)
strategized; strategizing

intransitive verb

: to devise a strategy or course of action

Examples of strategize in a Sentence

The organization strategizes for Republican candidates.
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But Jones wasn’t looking to strategize over the latest headlines. Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024 This is your time to reassess your budget, treat yourself to something meaningful (but practical) and strategize how to grow your resources. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024 Recently, Bass and her team have been strategizing with the police, recreation and sanitation departments and working with supportive housing providers. Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024 Johnson spent the day strategizing a way forward after his previous funding bill went down in flames, with 38 Republicans voting against it despite President-elect Trump’s endorsement. Jonathan Easley, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for strategize 

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of strategize was in 1855

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“Strategize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strategize. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

strategize

verb
strat·​e·​gize -ˌjīz How to pronounce strategize (audio)
strategized; strategizing
: to devise a strategy or course of action
strategized with her teammates
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