Pronunciation: /ˈɔrdər/
noun the arrangement or disposition of people or things in relation to each other
A1 I would like to place an order for a pizza, please.
A2 She always makes sure to keep her room in order.
B1 The company has received a large order for their new product.
B2 In order to succeed, you must work hard and stay focused.
C1 The judge issued an order for the defendant to pay restitution to the victim.
C2 The government implemented strict measures in order to control the spread of the virus.
verb to arrange or organize (something) in a particular way
A1 I need to order a pizza for dinner.
A2 She ordered a new book online.
B1 The manager ordered the employees to finish the project by Friday.
B2 The judge ordered a retrial due to new evidence.
C1 The government ordered a nationwide lockdown to control the spread of the virus.
C2 The CEO ordered a company-wide restructuring to improve efficiency.
adjective arranged or organized according to a particular sequence or pattern
A1 I need to make sure everything is in order before the party.
A2 She always keeps her room in order and organized.
B1 The documents must be submitted in the correct order for processing.
B2 The team worked together in order to complete the project on time.
C1 The company implemented new policies in order to increase efficiency.
C2 In order to succeed, you must be willing to put in the hard work and dedication.
adverb in accordance with a particular sequence or pattern
A1 Please order food before 9pm.
A2 In order to pass the test, you must study hard.
B1 The books on the shelf are in alphabetical order.
B2 In order for the project to succeed, we need everyone's cooperation.
C1 The company implemented new procedures in order to increase efficiency.
C2 In order to achieve their goals, the team had to work tirelessly.
preposition used in phrases to indicate the sequence of events or actions
A1 I need to order a new book from the library.
A2 She always eats her food in a specific order.
B1 In order to pass the exam, you need to study hard.
B2 The team worked together in order to achieve their goal.
C1 The company implemented new policies in order to improve efficiency.
C2 In order for the project to be successful, we need to secure additional funding.
conjunction used to introduce a statement or clause that follows from the one before
A1 I need to order a pizza for dinner.
A2 In order to pass the exam, you must study hard.
B1 The teacher asked the students to work together in order to complete the project.
B2 In order to achieve success, one must be willing to take risks.
C1 In order to understand the complex theory, one must have a strong background in the subject.
C2 In order to maintain a healthy lifestyle, it is important to eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly.
article used before a noun to specify something already mentioned or known
A1 Please order me a coffee.
A2 In order to achieve your goals, you must stay focused.
B1 He placed an order for a new computer online.
B2 In order to improve your skills, you should seek feedback from others.
C1 The restaurant received a large order for catering a wedding.
C2 In order to lead effectively, one must be able to communicate clearly and inspire others.
formal The manager placed an order for new office supplies.
informal I need to make an order for more snacks for the party.
slang I'm gonna order some pizza for dinner tonight.
figurative In order to succeed, one must first fail and learn from their mistakes.
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