Answer: maneuvered

AnswerCrossword Clue
MANEUVEREDUsed sly strategy
MANEUVEREDSchemed deviously
maneuveredCarefully guide or manipulate (someone or something) in order to achieve an end
maneuveredMANEUVER, to perform a stratagem skilfully
maneuveredCarefully manipulate a situation to achieve an end
maneuveredPerform or cause to perform a movement or series of moves requiring skill and care