Literary notes about tactic (AI summary)
The term "tactic" in literature is employed in a remarkably diverse array of contexts, ranging from the literal to the metaphorical. In some narratives, it denotes a specific strategy—whether a calculated maneuver in military engagements as depicted in flanking and retreat actions ([1], [2]) or a shrewd ploy in political and corporate arenas ([3], [4])—while in others it even serves as a toponym, giving a place a distinctive character ([5]). Authors frequently harness the concept to underscore themes of cunning and deliberation, whether illustrating a well-prepared plan ([6], [7]) or critiquing a misguided approach ([8], [9]). Whether in the realm of warfare, institutional strategy, or interpersonal dynamics, "tactic" functions as a multifaceted literary device that not only describes the method at hand but also enriches the narrative with a sense of calculated intent ([10], [11]).
- This tactic worked particularly well at road blocks where enemy troops were flanked.
— from Psychological Warfare by Paul Myron Anthony Linebarger - A fighting retreat, with a succession of rearguard actions to cover the retiring battalions, was the only tactic possible.
— from The Wonder of War on Land by Francis Rolt-Wheeler - "How?" "Using an obscure corporate anti-takeover tactic not many people know about yet.
— from The Samurai Strategy by Thomas Hoover - Now this is a political tactic which every political group uses.
— from Investigation of Communist Activities in Seattle, Wash., Area, Hearings, Part 1 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Un-American Activities - Towards evening we reached the ugly little wind-swept hamlet of Tactic, the usual resting-place for travellers between Coban and the port of Panzos.
— from A Glimpse at GuatemalaAnd Some Notes on the Ancient Monuments of Central America by Alfred Percival Maudslay - It towered erect and then, repeating the tactic invariably successful, it toppled forward to create a bridgehead from which to launch new assaults.
— from Greener Than You Think by Ward Moore - This was unanswerable, and Sarah executed her favorite tactic of attack in flank.
— from The Valley of the Moon by Jack London - A damned stupid tactic … a rush like that is only as strong as the weakest coward in it.
— from Warlord of Kor by Terry Gene Carr - This last, of course, was a delaying tactic, to give him time to establish his bathtub alibi."
— from Murder in the Gunroom by H. Beam Piper - I don't care what the tactic is, but I want it to work.
— from Little Brother by Cory Doctorow - Royall, in opposition, adopted a new tactic in the wake of the Truman order.
— from Integration of the Armed Forces, 1940-1965 by Morris J. MacGregor
