devolves

[US]/dɪˈvɒlvz/
[UK]/dɪˈvɑlvz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to transfer or delegate responsibility or power; to pass on to a lower level or subordinate

Phrases & Collocations

power devolves

authority devolves

decision devolves

control devolves

responsibility devolves

trust devolves

leadership devolves

management devolves

Example Sentences

as the discussion continues, it devolves into chaos.

when the leader stepped down, the organization devolves into disarray.

if we don't address the issues, the situation devolves quickly.

the conversation devolves into personal attacks.

without proper guidance, the project devolves into confusion.

as the meeting progresses, it often devolves into arguments.

when emotions run high, discussions can devolve rapidly.

in the absence of rules, the game devolves into chaos.

as tensions rise, the debate devolves into shouting matches.

without effective communication, the team dynamic devolves.

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