move in order

[muːv ɪn ˈɔːrdər]
verb phrase
mover em ordem
1. to change position or location in a sequence or according to a system of organization
The dancers moved in order across the stage from left to right.
Os dançarinos se moveram em ordem pelo palco da esquerda para a direita.
2. to proceed or advance in a regulated, sequential manner
The parade participants moved in order down the avenue.
Os participantes do desfile se moveram em ordem pela avenida.
3. to relocate one's residence following proper procedures or protocol
After getting approval, we were able to move in order with the landlord's requirements.
Após obter aprovação, conseguimos nos mudar em ordem com os requisitos do proprietário.
This phrase emphasizes organization and protocol, reflecting cultural values of proper procedure. In Brazil, it's commonly used in both formal contexts (bureaucratic processes) and informal ones (everyday movements). The concept of 'moving in order' is particularly important in Brazilian Portuguese when discussing relocation or official procedures, where following proper steps is culturally significant.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
proceed in sequenceadvance systematicallymove sequentiallyrelocate properly
Antonyms / Antônimos
move chaoticallymove randomlydisorganized movement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mover em ordem
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
se mover em ordem
reflexive form commonly used
São Paulo
mover/se mudar em ordem
both transitive and reflexive forms accepted
Portugal
mover-se em ordem
reflexive form preferred; more formal phrasing

Related Words

sequenceorganizerelocatearrangeproceed

Related Idioms & Phrases

move in order to
get things in order and move
everything in its place
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