by committee
The phrase "by committee" often implies a collaborative effort that can lead to suboptimal results due to the challenges of group decision-making.
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Definition
B2General
(common)A method where a group of people work together to make decisions or complete tasks.
Example
- The new policy was created by committee to ensure everyone's input was considered.
C1Business
(pejorative)A process where group decision-making leads to inefficiency, complexity, or lack of direction.
Example
- The project ended up being designed by committee, resulting in a product that satisfied no one.
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