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, 20 Feb. 2026
Only the party of such intellectual giants as Cori Bush, Ilhan Omar and Eric Swalwell could conclude this is a logical course of action.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 19 Feb. 2026
But again, maybe the best course of action is to forgo the internet's latest trend and instead get there early, enjoy a nice cup of coffee, and do a little people watching to pass the time.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 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.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Feb. 2026
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Only the party of such intellectual giants as Cori Bush, Ilhan Omar and Eric Swalwell could conclude this is a logical course of action.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 19 Feb. 2026
But again, maybe the best course of action is to forgo the internet's latest trend and instead get there early, enjoy a nice cup of coffee, and do a little people watching to pass the time.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 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.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Feb. 2026
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“Course of action.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/course%20of%20action. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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