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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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. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026 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. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026 Well, maybe, but on the other hand, a massive uncontrolled experiment on a global scale that can impact mental health might not be the best course of action for humankind. Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026 Rescuers say the best course of action is to drain the cave, so the five can crawl out. Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 28 May 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 4 Jun. 2026.

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