or else

Example Sentences

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That means the insolvency problem is now a real issue for budgeteers, who either must grapple with the shortfall or else acknowledge that benefit cuts will happen.

From Washington Times

He added: “How many more weeks and months is this going to sustain itself? Ron’s got to come out and say something, or else he’s just going to limp into this primary.”

From New York Times

“If you get indicted, you know, you’ve got to say that, or else it’s a death knell, right?”

From Seattle Times

Abby Grossberg said Fox's lawyers left her feeling she "had to do everything possible to avoid becoming the 'star witness' for Dominion or else I would be seriously jeopardizing my career at Fox News."

From Reuters

Studded tires must be removed by Washington and Oregon drivers before end of day Friday, March 31, or else drivers risk a fine of $137.

From Seattle Times