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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The better course of action, if at all possible, is to be stylish and elegant with your exposition, as one strives to be in all things.
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Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Shoppers that have shouldered the economic burden of the tariffs have no statutory course of action in the Court of International Trade (CIT) to get their money back.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 13 Mar. 2026
The best course of action is to drive towards the nearest shelter.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
But if the conflict shows no sign of de-escalating before that point, giving security and confidence to F1 and the FIA that the events could go ahead without any risks, then the only course of action would be to cancel both races.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
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Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Shoppers that have shouldered the economic burden of the tariffs have no statutory course of action in the Court of International Trade (CIT) to get their money back.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 13 Mar. 2026
The best course of action is to drive towards the nearest shelter.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
But if the conflict shows no sign of de-escalating before that point, giving security and confidence to F1 and the FIA that the events could go ahead without any risks, then the only course of action would be to cancel both races.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
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 17 Mar. 2026.
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