to order
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In a 2025 Mintel survey, 36% of Gen Z participants said that what made their last great meal experience special was being able to order multiple sauces and toppings.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
And Republican Gov. Henry McMaster was dismissing calls to order a special legislative session, until Wednesday.
From Slate • May 14, 2026
A representative for Secret Handshake says if you choose to order six Diet Cokes something special happens.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
Under the new rules, if a tenant does not leave after the four months' notice period, a court will decide whether to order possession of the property.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
He sent a telegram to order Grant back to Washington at once.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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