| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| scored | Secure (a success or an advantage) |
| outmaneuvering | Use skill and cunning to secure an advantage over (someone) |
| outmaneuvered | Use skill and cunning to secure an advantage over (someone) |
| outmaneuver | Use skill and cunning to secure an advantage over (someone) |
| outmaneuvers | Use skill and cunning to secure an advantage over (someone) |
| brinkmanship | the technique or practice of maneuvering a dangerous situation to the limits of tolerance or safety in order to secure the greatest advantage, especially by creating diplomatic crises. |
