combined operations

American  

plural noun

1. war operations carried out cooperatively by two or more allied nations or by coordination of the land, sea, and air forces of one or more nations.

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Etymology

Origin of combined operations

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

The losses are pegged to last month’s sweeping layoffs, which came amid the software provider’s attempt to streamline operations.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

Reyes also noted the administration’s plans to “reorganize” the Forest Service to “strengthen local leadership, streamline operations, and improve mission delivery.”

From Salon • May 2, 2026

Some of the cuts are a result of Saks’s moves to exit businesses and streamline operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Now, some residents say the water companies should merge to cut costs and streamline operations — an idea that has prompted debate among managers of the three utilities.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026

But Stella acknowledged there were ways in which the team could "streamline" operations.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026