ordered to

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Currently, less than 30 percent of people ordered to leave are actually returned to their country of origin, according to the European Commission.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

When Snyder appeared in court Dec. 23, he was released on his own recognizance and ordered to complete a hunter safety course and obtain a hunting permit.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Police say 60 Crystal Palace fans classified as "known troublemakers" were ordered to leave Leipzig city centre on Tuesday evening while two arrests were made following clashes between supporters of the Eagles and Rayo Vallecano.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

About 40,000 people have been ordered to leave their homes, with officials warning they weren’t sure what could happen.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Still, because she was ordered to do it by Grandma, she sat down beside Omakayas and began to weave the reeds into strong, simple mats that they would use to smoke the rice.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich