Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-order-of-the-day
idiomatic expression
[ðə ˈɔːrdər əv ðə deɪ]
Definition
A phrase used to describe the current situation, prevailing trend, or the most important issue at a particular time.
Examples
- With environmental issues becoming increasingly urgent, sustainability is the order of the day.
- In today’s fast-paced world, efficiency is often the order of the day in the workplace.
Meaning
Refers to what is currently most important or what people are focused on at any given moment.
Synonyms
- prevailing trend
- current focus
- most important issue
