Maneuver
Step
Step noun - Any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal.
Usage example: the police took steps to reduce crime
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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No matter how hard you try to out-maneuver him, he'll always be one step ahead of you. Waiting.
Source: Literature / Blindsight -
It could be argued that in Real Life a single diving roll covers more distance than a large step- it's the recovery that takes a lot of time and the maneuver is likely to result in injury.
Source: Unnecessary Combat Roll -
Flash Step: The Control Wizard class has a quick short-range teleport that allows them to dodge attacks and maneuver fairly freely in a fight, though the ability isn't really spammable.
Source: Video Game / Neverwinter
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