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in order

idiom
Meaning

In accordance with the procedural rules governing formal meetings of a deliberative body.


Examples
SIMPLE

The chairperson decided that the motion was in order.

CONTEXTUAL

The speaker interrupted the debate to ask if the proposed amendment was in order according to the bylaws.

COMPLEX

After a lengthy deliberation, the presiding officer ruled that the member's request for a formal vote was entirely in order and proceeded to call for a show of hands.

Anchors to
Related idioms4entries
  1. 01

    gavel to order

    To initiate or restore the orderly functioning of (a meeting or function or assembly or court), usually by pounding a gavel or similar hammer.

  2. 02

    put one's affairs in order

    To prepare for the end of, or a radical change in, one's life.

  3. 03

    put one's house in order

    To organize one's financial and other affairs, especially in preparation for a life-changing event.

  4. 04

    tall order

    A big job; a difficult challenge.

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