Jockeying
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɑːkiːɪŋ/
Jockeying (noun)
- Trying to get a better place or advantage during a race or contest, often by quick moves and timing.
- Careful efforts to gain influence or control, usually through planning, negotiation, and pressure.
- Competitive attempts to improve your position in business decisions, often by influencing others or timing actions.
Examples
- The jockeying for position started early in the race.
- Jockeying between riders can decide who wins the finish.