order of the day
The phrase "order of the day" can refer to a prevalent activity or focus in a given context, or a formal agenda in official settings.
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Definition
B2General
(common)A prevalent activity, trend, or focus during a specific period or situation.
Example
- Casual dress is the order of the day at the beach resort.
- Innovation was the order of the day during the tech boom.
C1Formal Settings
(formal, official)A formal agenda or schedule of business to be conducted, especially in meetings or legislative sessions.
Example
- The order of the day includes a discussion on the new policy.
- The committee reviewed the order of the day before starting the meeting.
C1Military
(technical, military)A directive or set of instructions issued by a commanding officer.
Example
- The order of the day was to advance at dawn.
- Soldiers awaited the order of the day from their commander.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "order of the day":
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