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Example Sentences
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The inspector ordered her to cease using the building as a dwelling, remove the unauthorised structure and demolish the "unlawful extension" to the barn.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
She has closed schools and ordered federal employees to work from home on Thursday to minimize the potential chaos in Mexico City.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Worried about the impact on the all-important tourist industry, the government ordered the scene of the attack to be cleaned up as quickly as possible.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
In a statement of intent, the airline ordered 132 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and last June signed for 25 Airbus A350-1000s, with an option for 50 more.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
We put on fancy clothes and Mom ordered an Uber.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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