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September 25, 2023

Word of the Day: Quorum

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Word of the Day
: September 25, 2023

\KWOR-um\ noun

What It Means

Quorum refers to the smallest number of people who must be present at a meeting in order for official decisions to be made. Broadly speaking, quorum may refer to any select group.

// The organization's charter states that a quorum of at least seven board members must be present before any voting can take place.

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