exit strategy

noun

: a plan for ending involvement

The company needs to have an exit strategy.

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One traditional way of thinking about intervention is represented by the Powell Doctrine, developed by General Colin Powell during the Gulf War, which emphasizes the importance of using decisive force, having a clear exit strategy, and mobilizing U.S. public support. —

Richard Fontaine, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2019 These sales frequently result in substantial payouts, often reaching into the millions of dollars, providing a lucrative exit strategy that wasn't available to previous generations of trade business owners. —

Jack Kelly, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024 Choosing The Right Exit Strategy Selecting the right exit strategy depends on your goals. —

Peter Goldstein, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024 Israel is stuck fighting in Gaza with no exit strategy — a presence that looks more and more like perpetual occupation. —

Barak Ravid, Axios, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for exit strategy

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