task force

noun

: a temporary grouping under one leader for the purpose of accomplishing a definite objective

Examples of task force in a Sentence

They appointed a task force to review the situation.
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Some 18,000 of those residences must be affordable, according to the task force. Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 Among the highlights of task force's report is a call for reforms to the United States Secret Service (USSS). Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024 The task force’s new draft will be open for public comment through January 13, according to CNN. Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024 But the task force emphasized that ultimately the Secret Service is responsible for ensuring that coordination runs smoothly. Rebecca Santana, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for task force 

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of task force was in 1941

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“Task force.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/task%20force. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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