to order
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Americans who wanted to order the $500 sneaker were greeted with a message that it wasn’t available until Monday at 3 p.m.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026
In other words, the urge to order a plate of buttered noodles or a perfectly crisp chicken nugget isn’t childish.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026
He is also planning to order a new kippah with both flags, and added "some people are saying that maybe it'll start a trend".
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
Children’s Hospital Colorado suspended those services in January; that decision was upheld by a state judge, but the Colorado Supreme Court is pondering whether to order the services to resume.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
“I’d have to order it,” Mr. Caton replied doubtfully.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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