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explicit order

[ɪkˈsplɪsɪt ˈɔːrdər]
nounpl: explicit orders
ordem explícita
1. A clear, direct, and unambiguous command or instruction that leaves no room for interpretation or discretion
The manager gave explicit orders to complete the project by Friday.
O gerente deu uma ordem explícita para completar o projeto até sexta-feira.
2. A formal directive that is stated in precise and unequivocal terms
Under explicit orders from headquarters, all employees must wear identification badges.
Sob ordem explícita da sede, todos os funcionários devem usar crachás de identificação.
Synonyms
direct orderclear directiveunambiguous commandexpress instructionprecise order
Antonyms
implicit ordervague instructionambiguous directivesuggestionimplication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ordem explícita
Standard usage in business and formal contexts
São Paulo
ordem explícita
Common in corporate and legal environments
Portugal
ordem explícita
Formal usage, also 'ordem clara' or 'instrução explícita'

Related Idioms & Phrases

by explicit order
on explicit orders
explicit orders from on high
under explicit orders
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