chain of command
Example Sentences
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The procedure seems obvious now, but it established a chain of command that had previously varied from venue to venue.
From BBC
It combines three special investigations bureaus from each of the three military branches into one, removing them from any direct chain of command.
From BBC
“The military will not allow a vendor to insert itself into the chain of command by restricting the lawful use of a critical capability and put our warfighters at risk.”
Firefighters said they adhered to the LAFD’s strict chain of command and did not question higher-ups, while those in charge had fuzzy memories or shifted responsibility to others.
From Los Angeles Times
The official’s assessment is that Iran’s chain of command is still functioning.
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