
Order! Order!
Authority Call
Used by someone in charge, like a judge or speaker, when demanding quiet and attention.

The Speaker of the House yelled, 'Order! Order!' to silence the noisy MPs.
Formal Setting
It's used in formal contexts such as courts or parliamentary debates, not casual conversation.

During the debate, 'Order! Order!' was heard as things got heated.
Demanding Respect
Conveys the need for respect towards the rules and procedures of the setting.

After the interruption, the chairperson proclaimed, 'Order! Order!', demanding respect.
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