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ultimatum

[uhl-tuh-mey-tuhm, -mah-] / ˌʌl təˈmeɪ təm, -ˈmɑ- /


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But they also issued an ultimatum: “If we can continue doing the work that made this show what it is—committing acts of independent, fearless journalism and storytelling—we’re here for it. If not, we leave.”

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

“After another day of market stress” on Thursday, they said, the ultimatum was “delayed further to April 6.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Activist groups, calling themselves Gen Z and Gen Y movements, had recently issued a 72-hour ultimatum for Randrianirina's resignation, citing frustration with his performance, local media reported.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

Bush’s 48-hour ultimatum for Saddam Hussein to leave Iraq had just expired.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

When the Taliban gave Habib the ultimatum to join them, Habib knew the family could no longer stay.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai




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