This is the 8521st most frequent Japanese word.
抜き手
"抜き手" refers to a swift thrusting motion, often used in martial arts or swimming, and can also mean an "underhanded move" metaphorically.
Here, '抜き手' is used to highlight the strategic aspect of the move in combat applications.
抜き手で敵の隙を突く。
Using the Nukite technique, one exploits the enemy's openings.
In this sentence, '抜き手' refers to a specific technique or move used in swordsmanship.
彼は剣術の試合で抜き手を披露した。
He demonstrated the Nukite technique during the swordsmanship match.
In this usage, '抜き手' metaphorically represents a leading or pointed initiative based on past achievements.