marching orders
复数形式
marching orders
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行军命令, 指示
a set of instructions from a person in authority concerning what one must do or how to do it
The origin of the idiom "marching orders" can be traced back to military terminology. In military operations, "marching orders" referred to the specific instructions given to soldiers regarding their movement, formation, and objectives. It provided clear guidance on the route, timing, and actions required during a march or campaign. It is commonly used in professional settings, such as workplaces, military operations, sports teams, or project management.
- After the disappointing sales results, the CEO gave the marketing team their marching orders to come up with a new and innovative campaign.
在销售结果令人失望之后，首席执行官给营销团队下达了行军命令，要求他们提出一个新颖创新的活动。
- The coach gathered the team and gave them their marching orders, emphasizing the need for discipline and teamwork in the upcoming game.
教练召集了队伍并给了他们行军命令，强调了在即将到来的比赛中纪律和团队合作的必要性。
- As the battle commenced, the general issued the soldiers their marching orders, directing them to advance and secure the strategic hill.
战斗开始时，将军向士兵们下达了行军命令，指挥他们前进并占领战略高地。
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离开命令, 解雇通知
a notice that a person receives, asking them to leave a place or job
- She was called into the boss's office and given her marching orders.
她被叫进老板的办公室，并收到了她的行军命令。
- Three players got their marching orders last week.
上周有三名球员收到了他们的行军命令。