in order
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arranged correctly or in the proper condition
- She made sure all the files were in order before the meeting.
- His passport was in order for international travel.
- The documents were not in order, causing delays.
- She reviewed her notes to keep them in order.
- The event planners ensured that everything was in order for the ceremony.
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following the rules of formal debate or meeting conduct
- The objection was overruled because it was not in order.
- The motion to dismiss is in order at this stage of the trial
- The chairman declared the vote in order under parliamentary rules.
- The defense's request for a recess was in order.
- The appeal was dismissed because the filing was not in order.