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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How does venture building fit into how a company can strategize? Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025 Joel McHale will again host 11 larger-than-life personalities who come together under one roof to scheme, strategize and compete in different challenges for the chance to win a cash prize of $200,000. Giana Levy, Variety, 28 May 2025 Kyle spent a majority of the game with his foot in almost every alliance, building ties with the Strong 5, while strategizing hard with his real No. 1 Kamilla. Nick Caruso, TVLine, 22 May 2025 Deficit hawks: About three dozen Republicans have been strategizing in a group text and at the Capitol Hill home of one of the members. Catie Edmondson, New York Times, 20 May 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 9 Jun. 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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