extended order

American  

noun

1. an irregular formation of troops to suit the tactical requirements and the terrain.

2. open order.

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Example Sentences

The extended order would allow flexibility for hospitals to increase bed capacity, telemedicine, and expand their staff.

From Washington Times • Feb. 22, 2022

In a statement, House Republican Leader Jim Durkin of Western Springs took credit for those part of the extended order, which he called “the first step in moving Illinois foward.”

From Washington Times • Apr. 23, 2020

In October, Boeing executives cited an extended order drought from China when they said the company would slow production to 12 Dreamliners a month by late this year from its peak rate of 14.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2020

It was traversed in silence, and, hurrying forward somewhat irregularly, they spread out in extended order.

From Jasper Lyle by Ward, Harriet

The second stage embraced advanced military drill, involving several weeks of Swedish exercises, manipulating the army Springfield and marching and countermarching in close or extended order.

From The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. by Various