general directive

Frequency: 7.010.2 per million words

A broad instruction, not focused on specific details.

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Examples (10)

  • The CEO issued a general directive to improve customer satisfaction, leaving the methods to individual departments.
  • The government's general directive on reducing carbon emissions sets a target but doesn't specify the means.
  • We received a general directive to cut costs, but no specific areas were mentioned.
  • The commander gave a general directive to secure the area, trusting his officers with the tactical details.
  • This is just a general directive; the finer points will be discussed in the next meeting.
  • Following the general directive, each team began brainstorming ways to increase efficiency.
  • The committee has established a general directive regarding ethical conduct for all members.
  • Is this a specific instruction or just a general directive for us to interpret?
  • A general directive was issued to enhance workplace safety across all facilities.
  • The school board's general directive aimed to foster a more inclusive learning environment.