Word can sort alphabetically, as well as numerically and by date. If you format your list into a bullet or numerical list prior to the sort, Word will sort the data and retain the list format.

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Such is the case with reversing the order of a list that’s not in any other kind of order — not alphabetical, not numerical or even a custom sort. For instance, the list might be in entry order.