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executive order

American

noun

(often initial capital letters)

an order having the force of law issued by the president of the U.S. to the army, navy, or other part of the executive branch of the government.

Etymology

Origin of executive order

An Americanism dating back to 1880–85

Example Sentences

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Key to that effort is the “Drone Dominance” program, a billion-dollar initiative by the Defense Department, created after President Trump’s 2025 executive order External link aimed at “unleashing American drone dominance.”

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Five days ago, Trump signed an executive order intended to boost access to psychedelic drugs for medical treatment.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The executive order and Kennedy declaration both define gender-affirming care as the use of puberty blockers, hormone treatment, and surgery.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

A White House official said the Trump administration continues to carry out an executive order, signed by President Donald Trump in December, aimed at reclassifying cannabis and expanding medical research.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

He wrote an exception note to the Red Zone executive order, allowing them legal passage to Spirit Lake.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone

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