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decision-making

[dih-sizh-uhn-mey-king] / dɪˈsɪʒ ənˌmeɪ kɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
executive
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Eyes are now turning to the release on Wednesday of US inflation, which could play a key role in the Fed's rate decision-making.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

To catch up, Volkswagen has sought to insulate its floundering Chinese business from the Eurocentric designs and slow decision-making of its German headquarters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Owning an index fund does not eliminate active decision-making.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Stewart who attended and spoke at the planning meeting later said the decision raised "serious questions about whether local voices are truly being reflected in 'local' democratic decision-making".

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The big-man has no independent decision-making authority, knows no diplomatic secrets, and can do no more than attempt to sway communal decisions.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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