task force
noun
: a temporary grouping under one leader for the purpose of accomplishing a definite objective
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They appointed a task force to review the situation.
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The task force will focus on prevention, accountability and long-term solutions.
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Marissa Perlman, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
The task force must submit its final report detailing its findings and recommendations to the governor within 180 days, Reynolds ordered.
—Marissa Payne, Des Moines Register, 6 Jan. 2026
Multiple task forces that met during the 2025 interim period have released their recommendations for new state laws ahead of the 2026 legislative session.
—Hannah Pinski, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, Grey agreed to relinquish his watch commander post in order to join Garza’s task force after Nyla turned down the offer, putting her family first, with Tim in line to succeed Grey at the station.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026
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Marissa Perlman, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
The task force must submit its final report detailing its findings and recommendations to the governor within 180 days, Reynolds ordered.
—Marissa Payne, Des Moines Register, 6 Jan. 2026
Multiple task forces that met during the 2025 interim period have released their recommendations for new state laws ahead of the 2026 legislative session.
—Hannah Pinski, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, Grey agreed to relinquish his watch commander post in order to join Garza’s task force after Nyla turned down the offer, putting her family first, with Tim in line to succeed Grey at the station.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Task force.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/task%20force. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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