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execution

[ek-si-kyoo-shuhn] / ˌɛk sɪˈkyu ʃən /




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Under this model, leaders give subordinates clear objectives but leave the tactical execution to their discretion.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

Bill McDermott envisions a ‘control tower’ for companies as AI moves beyond intelligence to execution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The simplicity of his execution underlines that a nightmare future doesn’t need to much to come to fruition, just a couple of clipboards and mass apathy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

But he notes that the deal carries “clear and sizable execution risks” when it comes to integration.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Of course, high start values would mean nothing if my execution wasn’t on point.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles