in order that

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A French academic is under investigation for inventing a Nobel-style prize for philology in order that he could then go on to win it.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

“The idea was: We must do the classic thing that stories do, which is to lose the father in order that he must appear again,” Farr says.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026

His paper argues for more research and “careful analysis in order that perverse outcomes are avoided, and strategic investment decisions are based on a solid evidence base.”

From Seattle Times • Dec. 3, 2023

“Given this context, I felt it was preferable for me to resign in order that this would not undermine the government,” she added.

From Reuters • Nov. 28, 2022

This double door was opened at 8:23 and ten seconds in order that the dozen wine stewards could get their kegs quickly to the eaters.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman