strategic
adjective
stra·te·gic
strə-ˈtē-jik 
1
: of, relating to, or marked by strategy
a strategic retreat
2
a
: necessary to or important in the initiation, conduct, or completion of a strategic plan
b
: required for the conduct of war and not available in adequate quantities domestically
strategic materials
c
: of great importance within an integrated whole or to a planned effect
emphasized strategic points
3
: designed or trained to strike an enemy at the sources of its military, economic, or political power
a strategic bomber
Examples of strategic in a Sentence
The bridges have great strategic value.
The hill is located at a strategic position.
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Shermichael Singleton, Baltimore Sun, 3 July 2024
The larger strategic deal was reached during its filming, Onza and BH5 Group said Wednesday.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 3 July 2024
Biden initiates debate damage control with strategic White House meeting.
—Fox News, 3 July 2024
This strategic focus on educational institutions helped foster a sense of community among its users, grounded in real-world connections.
—Jeffrey Edell, Rolling Stone, 3 July 2024
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strategic
adjective
stra·te·gic
strə-ˈtē-jik
1
: of, relating to, or showing strategy
strategic value of the position
a strategic retreat
2
a
: required for the conduct of war
strategic supplies
b
: of great importance within a whole or for a planned purpose
mentioned strategic points
3
: designed or trained to strike at what makes an enemy powerful
strategic bomber
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