strategist

noun

strat·​e·​gist ˈstra-tə-jist How to pronounce strategist (audio)
: a person skilled in strategy

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That would mean roughly $1 trillion of new equity supply by 2027, in addition to any direct corporate issuance, Goldman strategists led by Ben Snider wrote in a research note dated May 29. Jeran Wittenstein, Fortune, 7 June 2026 Dipke, a political communications strategist and Boston University student, used the insult as inspiration for a parody political party. ABC News, 5 June 2026 Stephanie Link, chief investment strategist at Hightower, said Apple has historically been conservative with cash and has preferred buybacks over big acquisitions or heavy investment. Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 5 June 2026 Matsui campaign strategist Roger Salazar clapped back against the allegations of shady PAC spending Friday, pointing to super PAC spending on Vang’s behalf. Mathew Miranda june 4, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for strategist

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1821, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of strategist was in 1821

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“Strategist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strategist. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.

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strategist

noun
strat·​e·​gist ˈstrat-ə-jəst How to pronounce strategist (audio)
: one skilled in strategy

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