chain of command
noun phrase
: a series of executive positions in order of authority
a military chain of command
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In other words, if the governor of Indiana becomes incapacitated or dies, the superintendent would no longer be in line to fill the role or others in the chain of command.
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Emma Whitford, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
But a concerted effort on the part of democratic governments can hasten rebellion lower down the chain of command.
—Christopher Sabatini, Foreign Affairs, 9 Oct. 2024
Solitary Confinement • The big theme of this episode is leadership, chain of command, and accountability — not just who’s in charge but who’ll take responsibility for the decisions that get made.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 7 July 2024
Additionally, conflict resolution can be more challenging without a clear chain of command.
—Stoyan Mitov, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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Emma Whitford, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
But a concerted effort on the part of democratic governments can hasten rebellion lower down the chain of command.
—Christopher Sabatini, Foreign Affairs, 9 Oct. 2024
Solitary Confinement • The big theme of this episode is leadership, chain of command, and accountability — not just who’s in charge but who’ll take responsibility for the decisions that get made.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 7 July 2024
Additionally, conflict resolution can be more challenging without a clear chain of command.
—Stoyan Mitov, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for chain of command
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“Chain of command.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chain%20of%20command. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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