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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However, there has been conflict as to what the best course of action should be.
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Rebecca Schneid, Time, 8 June 2025
The best course of action is to drive towards the nearest shelter.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2025
The best course of action is to consult a dermatologist who can help select products for your skin.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 June 2025
Visibility near zero: In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 31 May 2025
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Rebecca Schneid, Time, 8 June 2025
The best course of action is to drive towards the nearest shelter.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2025
The best course of action is to consult a dermatologist who can help select products for your skin.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 June 2025
Visibility near zero: In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 31 May 2025
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“Course of action.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/course%20of%20action. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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