unilateral action

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An action performed by one side or party without the agreement of others.

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  • The government took unilateral action to impose new sanctions.
  • Many countries opposed the unilateral action taken by the powerful nation.
  • She warned against any unilateral action that could escalate the conflict.
  • The company's unilateral action to cut benefits angered its employees.
  • They hoped to avoid unilateral action through diplomatic negotiations.
  • Such a unilateral action would likely have serious consequences.
  • The committee debated whether a unilateral action was justifiable under the circumstances.
  • Historically, unilateral action has often led to international criticism.
  • Critics argued that the president's unilateral action undermined democratic processes.
  • The organization was founded to prevent any single power from taking unilateral action.