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order

[awr-der] / ˈɔr dər /










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“The presence of both Boeing and GE Aerospace leaders may increase the probability of China announcing an order for Boeing planes, which has been under discussion for years,” said 22V Research.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Darcel Clark was at the Mall at Bay Plaza in the Bronx, N.Y., in February, waiting for her order from the Bed-Stuy Fish Fry when a rowdy group of teenagers suddenly descended on the property.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

The agency also sought to get testosterone therapy to more cis men in order to help boost their libido.

From Salon • May 13, 2026

In order for the NHL to secure a salary cap, its owners shut down the sport for an entire season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

It was possible that Rachel had taken advantage of the post in order to hurt me.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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