be out of order
Example Sentences
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Both terminals at Gatwick Airport are being affected by a water supply issue, with toilets reported to be out of order and restaurants closed.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
A figure within the industry said it would not be out of order for someone with her skills and connections to command a 10% commission on products for which she secured a contract.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2026
The best spot to return cans in Sweet Home is Safeway, but the few machines there are always busy, or some of them might be out of order because of the high volume, he said.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 30, 2017
The bathrooms at Subway and two Dunkin’ Donuts all claim to be out of order.
From New York Times ● Jul. 19, 2015
When I turn this yacht back to your father not a single guy rope will be out of order.
From The Pagan Madonna by W. H. D. (William Henry Dethlef) Koerner
