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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Given most late-summer midterm-election-year weakness has been more than recovered right afterward, the proper course of action now becomes even more obscure. — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 Although reasonable foreseeability may seem straightforward to allege, associations’ enforcement options are limited and, in most cases, collaborating with local law enforcement is the recommended course of action. — Evonne Andris, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026 Boos or not, the new GM has to decide on the best course of action for the present and future of the franchise, not just the one that quiets things down the quickest. — Max Bultman, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 The best course of action is to get as many selections as your party can handle, but please, don’t skip a slice of the shoyu peanut butter pie. — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 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 3 Sep. 2026.

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