task force

noun

Synonyms of task forcenext
: 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.
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DeSantis was also leery of the task force that the bill set up to study and make recommendations for further electric-bicycle regulations. Gray Rohrer, Miami Herald, 27 June 2026 Other task force members expect to spend much of their time cutting and tunneling through concrete. Larry Seward, CBS News, 27 June 2026 The appointments come a little more than a week after Warsh announced five task forces aimed at addressing broad aspects of the Fed's operational structure. Jeff Cox, CNBC, 26 June 2026 The group works closely with the White House's America 250 task force and organizes several signature events, including the fair. Mike Stunson, USA Today, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for task force

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of task force was in 1941

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“Task force.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/task%20force. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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