SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
strategic
adjective
Planned with a broader or longer-term objective in mind.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Directed toward a broader goal
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Usage distinction
Return to topStrategic links choices to a broader objective. Tactical concerns particular actions within a strategy; strategic decisions are not always long-term.
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A strategic choice of venue made later expansion possible.
A neighborhood repair club used a simple framework to organize its reopening: prepare the room, train the helpers, and then invite visitors. Its strategic choice was to practice with a small group first, supporting the longer-term goal of a reliable monthly service.
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