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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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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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
Michael Phillis, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
In a brief order, the Supreme Court declined to take up the case.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 23 June 2025
Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
But the appeals court found that Cox was guilty of willful contributory infringement and ordered a new damages trial.
—ArsTechnica, 30 June 2025
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Noun
That order was put on hold during the EPA’s appeal.
—Michael Phillis, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
In a brief order, the Supreme Court declined to take up the case.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 23 June 2025
Verb
In 2023, Bank of America also was ordered to pay a $12 million penalty for filing false mortgage reports for at least four years.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
But the appeals court found that Cox was guilty of willful contributory infringement and ordered a new damages trial.
—ArsTechnica, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for order
Noun
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Researchers have genomically analyzed three specimens to date, but in each case, poor DNA preservation resulted in only partial sequences.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
2 July 2025
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The goal capped a pass sequence that showcased the patient buildup Smith sought versus the Orlando defense.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
6 July 2025
Noun
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The organization’s musical repertoires have grown exponentially over the years to include tens of millions of works, giving music users more music and more choice, the spokesperson said.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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Many of the local organizations Best Friends Animal Society is working with on the ground are operating based on donations and there are wish lists available online for anyone interested in purchasing specific things needed by shelters on the ground.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Huston and Williams are still actively racking up X Games medals.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Watch national volleyball teams from the United States — winners of the 2024 Olympic Bronze medal — as well as Brazil, Canada, China, Italy and Poland battle this weekend in Hoffman Estates.—
Jennifer Day,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Lin's way of breaking down languages by the shape of their words rather than their sounds or alphabets meant his machine theoretically can type English, Russian and Japanese as well, according to the typewriter's manual.—
Emily Feng,
NPR,
5 July 2025
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The memory foam also helps relieve pressure on your joints by conforming to the shape of your body.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
Noun
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The first is do not send or accept wire instructions by email.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
12 July 2025
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Some sirens can broadcast specific instructions, which can help.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Graduates are invited back for ongoing group classes, continuing their aquatic journey from floating and diving to building advanced swimming skills.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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The Net Rating model views Minnesota and Utah as being a tier beneath those three wild-card striver class teams.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Verb
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In addition to their other tasks, house cleaners will arrange little items like these neatly.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
30 June 2025
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Similar to a puzzle, the goal is for kids to arrange the strings in a way that fits within the board’s pattern.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Personnel requested ground and air ambulances, and began performing life-saving measures.—
Theresa Clift
July 12,
Sacbee.com,
12 July 2025
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In July 2022, Citizens’ Board of Governors approved allowing the company to modify its policies with a rider that gave Citizens or its policyholders the right to request arbitration by DOAH.—
Ron Hurtibise,
Sun Sentinel,
12 July 2025
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“Order.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/order. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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