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order (one) about

To tell one what to do. This phrase is often used to emphasize that someone's behavior is controlling and unwarranted. You can't order me about just because Mom isn't here! My friend at work got promoted, so now he thinks he can order me about.

order someone about

and order someone around

to give commands to someone. I don't like for someone to order me about. Don't order me around!

order someone about

Give peremptory commands to someone, be domineering, as in That teacher had better learn not to order us about. [Mid-1800s]

See also: order, someone

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