course of action
noun phrase
: the actions to be taken
We're trying to determine the best course of action at this point.
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Without knowing which messages are trustworthy, the loyal generals are left uncertain about the correct course of action.
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Gary Weinstein, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Homer decides that the only reasonable course of action is to stage Ned’s death.
—Joshua Kurp, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
Overall, experts contend the best course of action is for managers and bosses to hear out their employees with empathy.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024
This doesn’t always mean disaster is imminent, but safe and swift removal might be the best course of action to avoid personal injury and damage to your home and yard.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2024
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Gary Weinstein, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Homer decides that the only reasonable course of action is to stage Ned’s death.
—Joshua Kurp, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
Overall, experts contend the best course of action is for managers and bosses to hear out their employees with empathy.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024
This doesn’t always mean disaster is imminent, but safe and swift removal might be the best course of action to avoid personal injury and damage to your home and yard.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for course of action
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“Course of action.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/course%20of%20action. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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