table a resolution

Frequency: 6.57.5 per million words

To formally present a resolution for discussion (BrE) or to postpone discussion of it (AmE).

resolutionVERB + NOUN

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table

Examples (10)

  • The committee decided to table a new resolution on environmental policy.
  • She will table a resolution at the next board meeting.
  • A motion was passed to table the resolution for immediate debate.
  • The delegate stood up to table a resolution condemning the actions.
  • It is expected that the council will table a resolution addressing the budget deficit.
  • The chairman asked if anyone wished to table a resolution before adjournment.
  • Historically, members of parliament would often table resolutions on matters of national importance.
  • The NGO intends to table a resolution concerning human rights violations.
  • Due to time constraints, the committee voted to table the resolution until the next session.
  • They decided to table the controversial resolution indefinitely.