in order
US /ɪn ˈɔːrdər/
UK /ɪn ˈɔːdə/
短語
1.
恰當的, 必要的
appropriate or suitable in the circumstances
範例:
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A strong reprimand is in order for his behavior.
對他的行為進行嚴厲斥責是恰當的。
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I think an apology is in order.
我認為道歉是必要的。
2.
整理妥當, 井然有序
arranged correctly or neatly
範例:
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Make sure all the documents are in order before the meeting.
確保所有文件在會議前都整理妥當。
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His affairs were all in order before he left.
他離開前，所有事情都安排妥當了。
3.
以便, 為了
for the purpose of; so that
範例:
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He studied hard in order to pass the exam.
他努力學習以便通過考試。
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She saved money in order that she might buy a new car.
她存錢以便能買一輛新車。