marching orders
Example Sentences
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Davies recently traveled to the U.S. from London with marching orders from a few friends: “I’ve got to bring them back a Trader Joe’s tote.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 3, 2026
Senegal midfielder Gueye was given his marching orders by referee Tony Harrington in the 13th minute after putting his hand to Keane's face following an angry altercation.
From Barron's • Nov. 24, 2025
That son, now a 23-year-old man, said he no longer responds unquestioningly to his father’s marching orders.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2025
But the fact he has been given his marching orders now suggests the prime minister is feeling strong.
From BBC • Nov. 6, 2024
They talked about routes and marching orders and other military things I didn’t understand.
From "My Brother Sam is Dead" by James Lincoln Collier and Christopher Collier
