Phrases with «operative term»

The phrase "operative term" refers to the most important or key word in a statement or idea. It is the term that carries the main meaning or purpose of what is being said. Full definition

Sentences with «operative term»

  • Lazy might be the ultimate operative term here, as the game has now been accused of stealing artwork from World of Warcraft — specifically, artwork used in the game is literally taken from the WoW trading card game. (stickskills.com)
  • For decades in the N.F.L., the operative term for the situation was that someone «got dinged.» (concussionwise.com)
  • But no matter where they are, «high - powered» is the operative term. (sciencemag.org)
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