manoeuver

(verb) act in order to achieve a certain goal. Synonyms: maneuver, manoeuvre. Examples: "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship." "She maneuvered herself into the directorship."

(verb) direct the course; determine the direction of travelling. Synonyms: steer, maneuver, manoeuvre, direct, point, head, guide, channelize, channelise.

(verb) perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense. Synonyms: maneuver, manoeuvre, operate.