social order

Example Sentences

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For all its troubles, no system better protects free markets, freedom of thought and a social order.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

At the same time he is seen as loyal to Thailand's traditional social order -- a stance that resonates with many in a still largely conservative society.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

These are people whose ancestors were owned by others, either through war or purchase - a remnant of a social order that some are now working to abolish.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2025

Even after Guillermo went to another vampire to turn him — which is considered a great betrayal in the vampire social order — Nandor helped Guillermo become human again when he saw he was unhappy.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2024

Among the males themselves, there is a social order, and one male at the top is the boss.

From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall