Order! Order!

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interjection

A call to get people under control and maintain quiet in procedures, like in court or within a Parliament session.

The judge shouted, 'Order! Order!' as the courtroom erupted into chaos.
Visual representation of "Order! Order!" - A call to get people under control and maintain quiet in procedures, like in court or within a Parliament session.

Often appears as...

  • maintain order
  • courtroom order

Usage tips

Formal

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Authority Call

Used by someone in charge, like a judge or speaker, when demanding quiet and attention.

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The Speaker of the House yelled, 'Order! Order!' to silence the noisy MPs.
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Formal Setting

It's used in formal contexts such as courts or parliamentary debates, not casual conversation.

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During the debate, 'Order! Order!' was heard as things got heated.
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Demanding Respect

Conveys the need for respect towards the rules and procedures of the setting.

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After the interruption, the chairperson proclaimed, 'Order! Order!', demanding respect.
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