triangulate

verb

to measure or map by tracing a network of triangles; to pinpoint an unknown location using at least two known points and/or distances
to pit two parties against eachother by involving or invoking a third party
to divide an area or region into triangles (geospatial technique)

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Pronunciation: /tɹaɪˈæŋɡjəleɪt/

Etymology: From Latin triangulātus. By surface analysis, tri- + angulate.

Etymology: From Latin triangulum + -ate or Medieval Latin *triangulāt-, the past participial stem of *triangulō. Compare French trianguler.

To locate by means of triangulation.
“"I'll give you a check now," I said abruptly, and saw Selina's green eyes triangulate angrily on my face.”
To pit two others against each other in order to achieve a desired outcome or to gain an advantage; to "play both sides against the middle".
“Cruz, meanwhile, could wind up in the hot seat as he tries to triangulate between his disagreement with Trump’s position and his clear unwillingness to openly attack.”
“By attempting to triangulate, Labour convinced leavers it was for remain and remainers that it was for leave. The party looked cynical and opportunistic, […]”
To divide into triangles.