order about
order (one) about
To tell one what to do. This phrase is often used to emphasize that someone's behavior is controlling and unwarranted. You can't order me about just because Mom isn't here! My friend at work got promoted, so now he thinks he can order me about.
See also: order
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
order someone about
and order someone aroundto give commands to someone. I don't like for someone to order me about. Don't order me around!
See also: order
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- order (one) about
- order someone about
- order (one) around
- order around
- boss (one) about
- boss (one) around
- boss around
- cover
- grab (someone or something) by the throat
- grab someone by the throat