chain of command
noun phrase
: a series of executive positions in order of authority
a military chain of command
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Some soldiers in his sleep bay have had comments like this reported up the chain of command.
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Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2025
As enigmatic as their work is, one thing’s for certain: They’re expected to perform their duties happily, respect the chain of command, and treat procedure like gospel.
—Diana Budds, Curbed, 24 Jan. 2025
Application Processing: This includes dedicated government units or quasi-commercial bodies that follow a chain of command to finalize eligibility.
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—Khurram Akhtar, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Mayor Jacob Frey told reporters the change was aimed at creating consistency in the chain of command.
—Kyle Stokes, Axios, 8 Jan. 2025
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Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2025
As enigmatic as their work is, one thing’s for certain: They’re expected to perform their duties happily, respect the chain of command, and treat procedure like gospel.
—Diana Budds, Curbed, 24 Jan. 2025
Application Processing: This includes dedicated government units or quasi-commercial bodies that follow a chain of command to finalize eligibility.
3.
—Khurram Akhtar, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Mayor Jacob Frey told reporters the change was aimed at creating consistency in the chain of command.
—Kyle Stokes, Axios, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Chain of command.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chain%20of%20command. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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