Phrases with «taskmaster»

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A "taskmaster" is someone who assigns and supervises tasks, making sure that they are completed efficiently and correctly. Full definition

Adjective + «taskmaster»

Sentences with «taskmaster»

  • This view of Ike prevailed for a time until presidential scholars, led by Fred Greenstein, began to point out that not only was he a demanding taskmaster of the written word — he had prepared speeches for General MacArthur in the 1930s — but his imprecision was sometimes deliberate or studied. (firstthings.com)
  • It might have been a stronger belief than ever that God is a hard taskmaster demanding the uttermost from us in order that the rare reward might be given. (religion-online.org)
  • In Washington, he was «the most hated» secretary the Department of Housing and Urban Development had ever had, an arrogant and occasionally cruel taskmaster who demanded he be referred to as «Mr. Secretary,» who told a future nemesis that criminal sanctions were less effective punishment for his enemies than «adverse publicity, reputational harm, budget - cutting and legislative action.» (politico.com)
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