maneuvering

noun
UK /məˈnuːvərɪŋ/
US /məˈnuːvərɪŋ/

The act of moving or steering something carefully to get where you want.

The maneuvering of the big ship into the harbor took a long time.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Clever planning to get an advantage.

His maneuvering helped him win the game.

3. Moving soldiers or ships into position.

The army practiced maneuvering in the field.

4. Changing direction skillfully.

The car's quick maneuvering avoided the puddle.