marching orders

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The Westminster councillor said she would rewrite the London police and crime plan and give "new marching orders" to the Met to "tackle crime that matters".

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

Davies recently traveled to the U.S. from London with marching orders from a few friends: “I’ve got to bring them back a Trader Joe’s tote.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 3, 2026

Senegal midfielder Gueye was given his marching orders by referee Tony Harrington in the 13th minute after putting his hand to Keane's face following an angry altercation.

From Barron's • Nov. 24, 2025

According to Fugate and Gaynor, the full scope of the disastrous fires won’t set in for a while — but the marching orders are clear.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2025

The Virginia delegation had already received its marching orders to mobilize behind an amended version of the report.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis