marching orders

Example Sentences

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And his new marching orders could leave Lucas in the same position this year.

From Science Magazine

He wanted Fox to be a place where Republican leadership handed out marching orders of what to think and how to act to a compliant audience.

From Salon

Having been given her marching orders, Ms. Lvova-Belova began traveling to the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine, visiting orphanages, bringing supplies and often bringing children back with her.

From New York Times

Awful in Celadon: I would alert the sib that parameters have been received and noted, and they will be treated as suggestions, not marching orders, thanks in advance for understanding.

From Washington Post

In another conversation in January 2021, Mr Hancock exclaimed, "The plod got their marching orders."

From BBC