in order vs neat as pin

in order

adv
  • In sequence. 

  • Emphasizes that what follows immediately is the purpose of the preceding or the beyond. 

  • She stood in order to see over the crowd. / She stood to see over the crowd. 

adj
  • In accordance with the procedural rules governing formal meetings of a deliberative body. 

  • Appropriate, worthwhile. 

  • Ready, prepared; orderly; tidy. 

  • In a sequence. 

neat as pin

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