outmaneuver

/ˌaʊtməˈnuːvər/
verb
  1. To gain an advantage over someone by using clever or skillful tactics, especially in a competitive situation.
    • In business, you need to outmaneuver your competitors to succeed.
    • The chess champion outmaneuvered her opponent in just ten moves.
    • The general outmaneuvered the enemy army by attacking from the rear.