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Rule "in order to (to)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: in order to (to)
By default, this rule is not active in LanguageTool
Message: This phrase might be considered redundant. Consider using <suggestion>\3</suggestion>.
Category: Redundant Phrases (ID: REDUNDANCY)
Link: https://languagetool.org/insights/post/wordiness/
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • We opened the door in order to enter.
    Correction suggestion: to
Correct sentences
for comparison:
  • We opened the door to enter.
ID: IN_ORDER_TO [1]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-11-21 22:33:10 +0100)