as in demand
something that someone insists upon having
issued the ultimatum that the project be finished by the following week, or it would be terminated
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Recent Examples of ultimatum
Unable to agree about what to do next, the woman is ready to give her boyfriend an ultimatum between living with her or his brother.
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Many praised him for prioritizing Ella's wishes and well-being, while others criticized Laura's ultimatum as manipulative.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
However, while cautioning her against moving in with her boyfriend and his brother, many expressed that giving an ultimatum is not her only option.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Musk, after taking over the platform formerly called Twitter in 2022, had issued an ultimatum for employees to either commit to work longer hours or quit and receive three months’ severance.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Many praised him for prioritizing Ella's wishes and well-being, while others criticized Laura's ultimatum as manipulative.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
However, while cautioning her against moving in with her boyfriend and his brother, many expressed that giving an ultimatum is not her only option.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Musk, after taking over the platform formerly called Twitter in 2022, had issued an ultimatum for employees to either commit to work longer hours or quit and receive three months’ severance.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultimatum
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In recent years, Brazil’s luxury real estate market has been growing increasingly stronger, driven by demand from high-net-worth individuals for beachfront properties, exclusive retreats, and eco-conscious homes.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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As that urgency to sign increases, demands from players and agents must change, as must their willingness to negotiate with teams.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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President Donald Trump approved the state's request for an emergency disaster declaration for the historic flooding, the governor said, adding that rising rivers and snow this week remain a threat.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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However, for Browns general manager Andrew Berry and a franchise at a quarterback crossroads, two things take precedence, both in the building and in external headlines: Myles Garrett’s trade request and the team’s ongoing quarterback search.—
Zac Jackson,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Unlike hemp shops, licensed marijuana shops may sell only to adults 21 and over, must limit their window advertising, must meet expensive licensing and security requirements, and must test and label their products for potency and purity.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Until two weeks ago, DeSantis’ administration had not taken any action against an employer for violating E-Verify requirements.—
Lawrence Mower,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Ultimatum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultimatum. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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