be under orders
be under orders
To be following the instructions given by a superior. I'm under orders to detain the suspect until the detective can question him.
See also: order
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be under ˈorders (to do something)
have been ordered or commanded (to do something): Prisoners of war were under orders to reveal only their name, rank and number.See also: order
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