OUTFLANK Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

outflank

verb

Definition of outflank

as in to evade

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Recent Examples of outflank Here’s how this dynamic duo outflanked Denver without anyone noticing. — Mike Sando, New York Times, 2 Feb. 2026 Some have taken to local stations in a bid to outflank rights that bar other advertisers in a particular category from the national stage. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 29 Jan. 2026 The metal skyrocketed 150% in 2025, outflanking the record surge in gold. — Hugh Leask, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026 After outflanking the gunmen sent to kill them at the diner, Mike, Ian, and Kyle beat and torture one in order to ascertain Callahan's whereabouts. — Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outflank

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Prosecutors alleged the companies disguised Chinese aluminum extrusions as pallets to evade antidumping and countervailing duties.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 14 July 2026
He was detained on August 8, 2025, and charged with DUI, evading arrest with a vehicle, and fleeing from police, according to ICE.

— Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN Money, 14 July 2026

Definition of evade

Verb

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms beat six opponents in the May Democratic primary for governor, winning 56% of the vote and avoiding a runoff.

— Sophia Eppley, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
The House Energy and Commerce Committee is soon marking up healthcare price transparency legislation that could empower patients and employers with the upfront prices needed to avoid overcharges and choose affordable care.

— Vivian Ho, Washington Post, 16 July 2026

Definition of avoid

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But if jurisdiction goes only that far, then lawmakers can elude accountability simply by quitting their jobs.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
Flies eluding the glue traps and the manager’s fancy fly swatter gathered on the cutting board (three), on a clean fying pan (one), on the trash can (three), and on the mop head and a wall (six).

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026

Definition of elude

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For Yasira Tejada, the changes represent meaningful progress after escaping an abusive relationship nine years ago.

— Steve Maugeri, CBS News, 14 July 2026
Astronomers had long suspected this unusual structure traced energetic electrons escaping along the Milky Way's magnetic field.

— Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of escape

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Those cards originated with Pinta, who launched a campaign in 2022 to send holiday cards to people in the LGBTQ+ community who’ve been shunned by their families.

— Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
But while Giger achieved international fame, Ruppert shunned the spotlight and gradually faded into obscurity.

— Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 15 July 2026

Definition of shun

Verb

This was the largest number of Americans to eschew literature in three decades of the comprehensive study.

— Jen Benka, Time, 14 July 2026
The biggest reason that Stevens, who has largely eschewed large campaign rallies and town halls, was able to weather the storm after the convention was AIPAC.

— Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 10 July 2026

Definition of eschew

Verb

The question is whether Thompson will shake free from the Mavericks, either through a buyout or trade.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
The wine and cocktail menu sports a few local makers too, including Gruet Winery’s sparkling wine and Hollow Spirits vodka, which is shaken into the restaurant’s take on a Vesper martini.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 July 2026

Definition of shake

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Kawhi Leonard’s trade to the Toronto Raptors is on hold pending the outcome of the NBA’s investigation into whether the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented salary-cap rules, the teams announced Thursday.

— Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
The lawsuit also references several actions taken by board members that Obeng characterized as circumventing his authority.

— Ilana Arougheti July 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

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