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A definition of the word as a countable noun:
[COUNTABLE] a plan or method for achieving something, especially overa long period of time
Examples:
successful language-learning strategies
The countries hope to devise a common strategy to provide aid.
A definition of the word as an uncountable noun:
[UNCOUNTABLE] the skill of planning how to achieve something,especially in war or business
Example:
experts in military strategy
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