task force

noun

: a temporary grouping under one leader for the purpose of accomplishing a definite objective

Examples of task force in a Sentence

They appointed a task force to review the situation.

Recent Examples on the Web

An offseason task force of coaches and GMs reviewed film, leading to some freedom of movement improvements, but consistency remains a key concern. — Roberta F. Rodrigues, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Jackson County launched a task force in March to determine the future use of the sports complex, which recently hosted World Cup matches. — Ilana Arougheti july 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026

Much of the task force's operations have been focused on traffic stops, and the immigration arrests seem to have happened largely during those, according to activists and constitutional observers. — Kat Lonsdorf, NPR, 27 July 2026

The task force’s job is to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, who ultimately have final say over what, if anything, is funded. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for task force

• concourse
• divorce
• endorse
• enforce
• indorse
• midcourse
• outsource
• perforce
• racehorse
• remorse
• seahorse
• workforce