decisive action

noun

: an action or actions done quickly and with confidence

In emergency situations, one must be able to take decisive action.

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Republican lawmakers and leaders have urged the federal government to take more decisive action by simply shooting the drones down. —

Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024 This allows brands to analyze patterns and take decisive action on new insights in real time. —

Dave Minifie, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 The Navy's swift response underscores the U.S. commitment to safeguarding international waters against mounting threats in the region, with decisive action, such as the interception reported on Sunday, highlighting the Navy's preparedness to counter escalation in the region. —

Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024 The conundrum appears to have created a schism between some of Iran’s top leaders, who are proceeding with caution, and its biggest hard-liners, who are demanding swift and decisive action. —

Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for decisive action

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