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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The city's next mayor will have a solid financial track to work with, experts say, but will need to strategize ways to invest in the city without hurting its core services. Dana Afana, Freep.com, 9 Oct. 2025 The gunplay is still tight and responsive, and the level design remains easy enough to glean and strategize around. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2025 His team strategized his run for a potential win, but fell short of achieving the target, securing a P10 finish. Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025 As evidenced, efforts can culminate in formal events for strategizing and bolstering membership. Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for strategize

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 17 Oct. 2025.

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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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