1
as in sequence
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another
you always keep your books in perfect alphabetical order we haven't found out the order of the speeches yet
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2
as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
a religious order
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as in type
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
collects movie posters, photographs and autographs of the stars, and other memorabilia of that order
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4
as in medal
a piece of metal given in honor of a special event, a person, or an achievement
a book with full-color illustrations of British orders and decorations
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as in shape
a state of being or fitness
finally got the car back in working order
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as in instruction
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned
the commander issued an order that the number of guards for the prisoner be doubled
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as in class
one of the segments of society into which people are grouped
the lower orders were once expected to be content living out their lives as servants to the upper classes
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as in category
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
regards draftees as an entirely different order of soldier and less desirable than volunteers
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as in to arrange
to put into a particular arrangement
I've ordered all of my CDs according to type of music he likes to order his life so that there are few surprises
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2
as in to request
to give a request or demand for
the players ordered hamburgers for lunch
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as in to ask
to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority
the teacher ordered that everyone sit down immediately and be quiet
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as in to instruct
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
the police officer ordered the crowd to back away from the suspect
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Recent Examples of order
Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
Congratulations are in order for Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and their new pup!
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 31 Mar. 2025
John Kang, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Two judges have found the administration broke federal laws in its handling of the layoffs and ordered workers reinstated.
—Time, 29 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Its balance wheel is a combination of silicon and gold in order to minimize the weight and to optimize its quality.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
Congratulations are in order for Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and their new pup!
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 31 Mar. 2025
Verb
More than 50 game studios, virtual YouTubers and entertainment companies across 11 countries, mostly in the U.S., South Korea and the U.K., have ordered Tracin devices.
—John Kang, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Two judges have found the administration broke federal laws in its handling of the layoffs and ordered workers reinstated.
—Time, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for order
Noun
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The extra time allowed John Wick guru Chad Stahelski to assist with upping the action working in tandem with helmer Wiseman on new sequences.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Apr. 2025
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One of the key sequences Thursday came in the eighth inning when the Sox got reliever Mike Clevinger up quickly enough to be in a position to face Mike Trout and Jorge Soler in a crucial spot.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The research is the result of collaboration between the Maine Department of Marine Resources, the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, and several other organizations.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Tren de Aragua, which the U.S. Department of State designated a foreign terrorist organization, originated in a prison in the South American country.—
ASSOCIATED PRESS,
TIME,
23 Mar. 2025
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Lane also noted that Spencer was supposed to be on the ice Wednesday night as a medal presenter.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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The very best can cement themselves as medal favorites for the 2026 Milan Cortina Games.—
Nick Zaccardi,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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And for as long as seats have been installed in the briefing room, the WHCA board has equitably assigned those seats to reflect the changing shape of the press corps.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
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Shutters should also reflect the shape and size of the window.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In this new event, six of Florida’s top high school orchestras present concerts and receive adjudication and instruction from industry professionals.—
Matthew J. Palm,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2025
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Forty percent of Columbia University’s budget goes to patient care and research, and nearly 40% more toward instruction, according to the lawsuit.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Calipari was once heralded at Kentucky, signing top recruiting classes, sending players to the NBA and winning big.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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In a similar fashion to his first two F1 victories in Hungary and Azerbaijan last year, this was a win taken with real class and control.—
Luke Smith,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Fran arranged a private flight for Marcos to Buenos Aires, which was also the same flight Martina was on to meet Fran as well.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Following the eventful day, JGR arranged for a police escort for the return journey.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The group claims that the Trump administration's recordkeeping practices are inadequate and arbitrary, requesting federal courts to enforce better recordkeeping procedures.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Mar. 2025
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The ACEs presenter had requested attendees take the 10-question assessment as a way to show, not just simply tell, how the ACE test can help professionals better care for kids who have experienced serious trauma.—
Katrina Donham,
Parents,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Order.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/order. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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