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Operative Phrases List

A quick reference list of words delegates can use to begin operative clauses in draft resolutions.

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Sample operative phrases

Accepts

Affirms

Approves

Authorizes

Calls

Calls upon

Condemns

Confirms

Congratulates

Considers

Declares accordingly

Deplores

Designates

Draws the attention

Emphasizes

Encourages

Endorses

Expresses its appreciation

Expresses its hope

Further invites

Deplores

Designates

Draws the attention

Emphasizes

Encourages

Endorses

Expresses its appreciation

Expresses its hope

Further invites

Further proclaims

Further recommends

Further requests

Further resolves

Has resolved

Notes

Proclaims

Reaffirms

Recommends

Regrets

Reminds

Requests

Solemnly affirms

Strongly condemns

Supports

Takes note of

Transmits

Trusts

How to use them

Use these phrases for actions, recommendations, mechanisms, requests, and solutions.

Operative clauses are numbered and usually end with a semicolon. The final operative clause ends with a period.