the use of methods, especially in a sports contest, that are dubious or seemingly improper but not strictly illegal. the technique or practice of manipulating people or events so as to gain an advantage or outwit one's opponents or competitors.
How do you use gamesmanship in a sentence?
Examples of 'gamesmanship' in a sentence gamesmanship
- Such blatant gamesmanship shouldn't be allowed.
- When you talk about gamesmanship and sportsmanship, we think you should expect the same from opponents. ...
- The measures he announced were painful, but they were also riddled with political gamesmanship.
What is an example of gamesmanship?
Gamesmanship. Without breaking them, players may bend the rules and use questionable methods to gain an advantage. Examples include: deliberately falling after being tackled in the penalty area to try to win a penalty in football.
