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.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
There is a strong matriarchal figure whose presence dictates the course of action.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 9 May 2026
That said, the most straightforward course of action is to move.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 8 May 2026
This doesn’t always mean disaster is imminent, but safe and swift removal might be the best course of action to avoid personal injury and damage to your home and yard.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 8 May 2026
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
There is a strong matriarchal figure whose presence dictates the course of action.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 9 May 2026
That said, the most straightforward course of action is to move.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 8 May 2026
This doesn’t always mean disaster is imminent, but safe and swift removal might be the best course of action to avoid personal injury and damage to your home and yard.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 8 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 14 May. 2026.
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