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The Commission got itself into systematic working order, and for weeks the contributions flowed into its treasury.
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working order — adjective in working order working correctly, without any problems: I keep my bike in good working order … Usage of the words and phrases in modern English
working order — noun : a condition of a machine in which it functions according to its nature and purpose put a watch in good working order * * * the condition of a mechanism when it is functioning properly: a stove in working order. [1835 45] * * * working… … Useful english dictionary
working order — noun (U) in working order a system, machine etc that is in working order is working well, with no problems … Longman dictionary of contemporary English
working order — the condition of a mechanism when it is functioning properly: a stove in working order. [1835 45] * * * … Universalium
working order — UK / US adjective in working order … English dictionary
working order — standing order in the marketplace, through which a broker bids or offers to fill the order in a series of lots at opportune times in hopes of obtaining the best price. Bloomberg Financial Dictionary … Financial and business terms
in working order — working correctly, without any problems I keep my bike in good working order … English dictionary
working order — work′ing or der n. the condition of a mechanism, system, etc., when functioning properly • Etymology: 1835–45 … From formal English to slang
working order — /ˈwɜkɪng ɔdə/ (say werking awduh) noun the state of something, as a mechanism, when it is functioning properly …
in working order — Functioning properly • • • Main Entry: ↑work * * * in working order phrase working correctly, without any problems I keep my bike in good working order. Thesaurus: describing machines and pieces of equipmenthyponym … Useful english dictionary
