court order
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of court order
First recorded in 1640–50
Example Sentences
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But when child support is set through a court order or a child-support agency, there are legal avenues to address missed payments, including wage garnishment.
From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026
In his dissent, Justice Clarence Thomas argued that pharmaceutical companies “cannot, in any legally relevant sense, be irreparably harmed by a court order that makes it more difficult for them to commit crimes.”
From Salon • May 15, 2026
The court extended its stay of a lower court order that would have halted nationwide mail delivery of the drug.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
The provider now has 10 working days to comply with the law, while Ofcom is preparing to apply for a court order which would require internet service providers to block access to its site.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Bobby ultimately sued Reshevsky and the American Chess Foundation, seeking a court order to resume the match and asking to have Reshevsky banned from tournament play until the matter was settled.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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