Strafing
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Regular Strafing is the act of moving from side to side during a confrontation in order to make it harder for an opponent to hit you. This strategy is invaluable for Snipers, Scouts and Pyros, though it is generally a useful maneuver for any class.
Circle Strafing is the act of circling round an opponent in order to deal damage at close range while still making it difficult for their shots to hit you. It is an invaluable move for Scouts, who rely heavily on hit-and-run tactics. Agile Scouts can also use circle strafing to run around sentry guns and destroy them without being targeted.
Zig-Zagging refers to the act of strafing continually while moving across an open space. Doing this makes it harder for Snipers to hit you, as well as other medium to long ranged classes.
