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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For small and medium businesses, open banking is the key—a powerful opportunity to leverage their bank transaction data to apply for a business loan, thereby accelerating the application and decision-making process. —

Brock Blake, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 Some are also considering his past ties with Floridian Motorsports as a potential factor in his decision-making process. —

David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024 When the puck is on your stick, especially in the defensive zone, let your decision-making be guided by the Hippocratic Oath: First, do no harm. —

Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024 The rule raises questions about whether the majority really always deserves decision-making power. —

Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for decision-making

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