ordered (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈɔːrdərd/
Definition
To command or direct that something be done, often by someone in authority.
Examples
The manager ordered everyone to leave the building immediately.
She ordered a pizza for dinner.
He ordered his troops to advance.
How to Use ordered
- order someone to do something (prepositional phrase)
- To tell someone authoritatively to do a specific action. — "The teacher ordered the students to be quiet."
- order [something] (collocation)
- To request a product or service to be delivered or provided. — "I'd like to order a large coffee, please."
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