Rhetorical strategies refer to different techniques or methods that people use to persuade others or make their point effectively, usually through language and communication skills. Full definition
Criticism of climate science, and criticisms of scientists, has been a key rhetorical strategy of those opposed to climate action for decades. (niskanencenter.org)
Even a leader with perfect diction and a background in rhetorical strategy can't hope to win the influence of his or her peers through speeches and arguments alone. (inc.com)
Meilaender suggests that we should «recognize this for what it is: a smart rhetorical strategy that gets the reader on his side over against the presumably elitist theologians.» (firstthings.com)