out of order

Example Sentences

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Paul Goodwin, co-founder of the Scottish Football Supporters Association, called the price increase "totally out of order".

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

"This bill doesn't just create problems... it throws our lives out of order completely," said PhD scholar Vaibhav Das, who identifies as non‑binary.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

A figure within the industry said it would not be out of order for someone with her skills and connections to command a 10% commission on products for which she secured a contract.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Northampton rugby director Phil Dowson had described the incident as "uncalled for and out of order" and said that there had been foul play involved.

From BBC • May 26, 2025

She was as delighted with the introduction as she was with the melodic sounds of her language sprinkled over the woods, even if the words were said clumsily and even out of order at times.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline