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marching orders

NOUN
request to leave
Synonyms
WEAK
boot bounce chuck drumming out elbow gate heave-ho orders to move on pink slip sack walking papers

Example Sentences

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His marching orders came straight from his wife, which is why that gnome won’t go up on eBay—at not least for now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

After giving marching orders to Senate Republicans, Trump wrapped his day with a visit to Graceland, the palatial former home of Elvis Presley.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 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

One hour and fifty-five minutes after we get our marching orders, his face appears in the doorway.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen