task force
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Definition
Noun: 1. A semi-permanent unit created to carry out a specific, continuing task: A group of people with specialized skills assembled to work on a particular project, problem, or objective, often within an organization. 2. A temporary military unit formed to accomplish a particular objective: A military force brought together from different units for a specific operation or mission.
Usage and Examples
- Noun (Organizational):
- The company formed a task force to investigate the data breach and improve security protocols.
- A government task force was established to develop a long-term strategy for economic recovery.
- Noun (Military):
- The naval task force was deployed to the region to provide humanitarian aid.
- A special operations task force successfully completed the rescue mission.
Advanced Usage
- "To head/lead/chair a task force": To be in charge of the group.
- She was appointed to head the task force on climate policy.
- "Task force report/recommendations": The findings or advice produced by the group.
- The task force recommendations were presented to the board for approval.
Variants and Related Words
- Task (verb/noun): While "task" as a verb means to assign a duty, and as a noun means a piece of work, it is distinct from the combined term "task force."
- Working group (noun): A similar, often less formal, group assembled to study and report on a particular issue.
- Committee (noun): A more permanent group assigned to consider, investigate, or act on a specific subject.
Synonyms
- Working party
- Project team
- Strike force (military context)
- Action group
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "To be tasked with": To be given a specific duty or objective. This phrase uses the verb "task" and is related to the concept of a task force's purpose.
- The department was tasked with reducing costs.
Noun
- a semipermanent unit created to carry out a continuing task
- a temporary military unit formed to accomplish a particular objective