social order
Americannoun
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the established structure or mode of organization of a society.
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a state of society characterized by the rule of law, relative peace or calm, respect for shared societal norms and institutions.
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Even more, to make serious decisions about our future, we need to state the moral definitions of what it means to be human and the limits on AI’s influence on the social order.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
"If the Cuban economy and social order collapses, it would actually be a disaster for the United States, because it's likely to touch off a mass migration crisis," the professor said.
From BBC ● May 16, 2026
Trace Kelly’s transformation, and you’ll see a new social order emerge.
From Slate ● May 6, 2026
At the same time he is seen as loyal to Thailand's traditional social order -- a stance that resonates with many in a still largely conservative society.
From Barron's ● Feb. 8, 2026
They saw themselves as the only true protectors of the Southern way of life—that ill-defined but beloved social order which was under attack from all sides.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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