decision-making

noun

: the act or process of deciding something especially with a group of people
The project will require some difficult decision-making.
All members of the organization have a role in decision-making.
—often used before another noun
the company's decision-making process

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Additionally, the new streamlined structure with Perrette across both linear and streaming business ops makes for simplified and expedited decision-making. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026 Craig wasn’t supposed to be an upgrade over Hoover, but his decision-making and athleticism were supposed to help the offense be more efficient. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Oct. 2026 There’s also a section explaining our decision-making, as well as a prediction of what might happen in the weeks ahead. — Dan Kilpatrick, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2026 His scoring skyrocketed; his decision-making remained a bit inconsistent. — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for decision-making

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“Decision-making.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decision-making. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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