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orderly

[awr-der-lee] / ˈɔr dər li /




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Better an orderly devolution of the highway program to the states, than one enacted in the midst of chaos.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Bower was cast in the role ahead of Season 4, where the character was introduced as a kind hospital orderly named Peter Ballard.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

The findings challenge the idea that societies can only remain stable through orderly, rule based leadership transitions.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

His comment came after US President Donald Trump said negotiations were being conducted in an "orderly and constructive manner", even while cautioning that US negotiators had been advised "not to rush into a deal".

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

As the doors slide shut, the orderly smiles at me.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott




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