orders
Britishplural noun
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short for holy orders
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ordained
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to become ordained
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short for major orders minor orders
Example Sentences
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In a series of decisions last month, federal district judges in Boston have ruled against these executive orders, for now.
From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2026
The new executive orders listed an array of critical minerals and energy reserves it said were vital to the United States' resource independence and national security.
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
A wildfire burning near the Los Angeles-San Bernardino county line grew to more than 2,600 acres Saturday, spurring evacuation orders in Llano amid searing heat and approaching monsoonal weather conditions across Southern California.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
Behind the scenes, the service will then automatically transfer direct debits and standing orders, move the balance, redirect incoming payments, such as benefits or salaries, and close your old account.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
The American ships were in position and had their orders to intercept.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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