Opportunistic move to gain control Crossword Clue

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OPPORTUNISTIC (adjective)
1. taking immediate advantage, often unethically, of any circumstance of possible benefit
CONTROL (verb)
1. handle and cause to function
2. exercise authoritative control or power over
CONTROL (noun)
1. a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment
2. discipline in personal and social activities

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