Noun
master stroke (plural master strokes)
Alternative form of masterstroke
These episodes show, however, that while miscalculations are possible, they need not spark uncontrolled escalation or an all-out war—though it remains to be seen whether the killing of Soleimani was a master stroke or yet another miscalculation. Source: Internet
It is a master stroke of prompt preemptive conciliation that denied some mischief makers the opportunity of angst which was to later violently express during the recent ENDSARS protests. Source: Internet
The re-signing of national linebacker Cameron Judge was a master stroke by Saskatchewan Roughriders general manager Jeremy O'Day. Source: Internet
Still, though, you’re not exactly sure how it’s going to happen, and the activation of the airbag by a rescue worker is a master stroke. Source: Internet
Gonsalves told us at the time it was a master stroke on his part, inferring that the sale was part of a plan, it was not, that was one of his worst lies yet. Source: Internet
It barely survived a revolt in late October when in a master stroke, seven of his ruling coalition – all members of his cabinet -- handed in their resignations and crossed the floor to join the opposition. Source: Internet