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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By estimating the reward associated with each sequence, the model can identify and select the most promising course of action. Tarun Eldho Alias, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025 The best course of action is to drive towards the nearest shelter. Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2025 With the help of social media, Johnson was able to find the confidence to see a gynecologic oncologist, who decided the best course of action would be to surgically remove the cyst. Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 8 June 2025 At the end of the day, my wife and kids deserve more from me than my circumstances allowed, so the only course of action was to change my circumstances. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 7 June 2025 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 13 Jul. 2025.

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