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Marching orders
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pokyny, příkazy
a set of instructions from a person in authority concerning what one must do or how to do it
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "marching orders" and when to use 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.
Example
After the disappointing sales results, the CEO gave the marketing team their marching orders to come up with a new and innovative campaign.
Po zklamání z výsledků prodeje dal generální ředitel marketingovému týmu pokyny, aby přišli s novou a inovativní kampaní.
The coach gathered the team and gave them their marching orders, emphasizing the need for discipline and teamwork in the upcoming game.
Trenér shromáždil tým a dal jim jejich pokyny, příkazy, přičemž zdůraznil potřebu disciplíny a týmové spolupráce v nadcházejícím zápase.
02
odchodové pokyny, výpovědní rozkaz
a notice that a person receives, asking them to leave a place or job
Example
She was called into the boss 's office and given her marching orders.
Byla zavolána do šéfovy kanceláře a dostala odchodové pokyny.
Three players got their marching orders last week.
Tři hráči dostali své odchodové pokyny minulý týden.
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