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
Why This Matters Trump's ultimatum would give Hamas 13 days to release the hostages that were taken over a year ago when the group launched a surprise attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.
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Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
Joan gives Greg an ultimatum — get a steady job or she's headed home.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 14 Jan. 2025
The five-time World Chess Champion was playing on Friday and defending his titles at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York, the short form versions of the game when he was given an ultimatum by The International Chess Federation (FIDE).
—Marissa Muller, WWD, 28 Dec. 2024
However, after Tyler's ultimatum, the mother chose to cancel the trip, rather than invite the couple.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
Joan gives Greg an ultimatum — get a steady job or she's headed home.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 14 Jan. 2025
The five-time World Chess Champion was playing on Friday and defending his titles at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York, the short form versions of the game when he was given an ultimatum by The International Chess Federation (FIDE).
—Marissa Muller, WWD, 28 Dec. 2024
However, after Tyler's ultimatum, the mother chose to cancel the trip, rather than invite the couple.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultimatum
Noun
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With over 50 always-on channels, Peacock has a fine selection of shows and movies to watch on demand.—
Paul Brett,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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According to the Westminster Kennel Club, breed coverage, masters obedience and demonstration ring coverage will be available to watch on demand on westminsterkennelclub.org. Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Nissan and Honda did not immediately respond to CNBC’s requests for comments.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
5 Feb. 2025
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Despite those weaknesses in American privacy protections, several experts who reviewed the emails at ProPublica’s request concluded that if the deal had actually been done, Gunbroker.com would have broken its privacy agreement with customers and possibly violated federal and state laws.—
Corey G. Johnson,
ProPublica,
5 Feb. 2025
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Bryan is hopeful a third dog will be tested in February, but the team is still looking to find a canine that fits the research requirements.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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In the fall of 2023, facing declining recruitment, the village relaxed its residency requirements for firefighters.—
Hank Beckman,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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“Ultimatum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultimatum. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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