Task Force
/ˈtæsk fɔːrs/
Definitions
- (n.) A temporary group established by legal or governmental authority to address a specific issue or carry out a particular mission.
The government formed a task force to investigate the environmental impact of the new construction project.
Forms
- task forces
Related terms
Commentary
Task forces are typically temporary and issue-specific, differing from permanent bodies like commissions or committees.
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