Definition of «ultimatum»

An ultimatum is a final demand or statement that indicates the intention to take a particular action if the demands are not met. It's typically used in situations where one party feels they have been wronged and gives another party a deadline to make things right, otherwise they will take drastic measures such as breaking off relations or pursuing legal action. Ultimatums can also be given by powerful countries or organizations to weaker ones, demanding that certain conditions are met in order for diplomatic ties or aid to continue.

Usage examples

The company issued an ultimatum to its employees, stating that they must either accept a pay cut or face possible layoffs.
The student's parents gave her an ultimatum – improve her grades and focus on homework, or lose privileges such as going out with friends.
In negotiations, one party often presents an ultimatum as a way to pressure the other party into making concessions.
The government imposed an ultimatum on the rebels, demanding that they surrender their weapons or face military intervention.
After months of disagreements, the couple sat down for a serious conversation and one partner issued an ultimatum – either seek couples therapy or end the relationship.

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Civilized world have to give ultimatum of correcting the mindset of these mentally ill patience across the green crescent before we can deal with them. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
The spokesperson also presented the new privacy policy as a sort of ultimatum for users. (ibtimes.com)
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Definition of «ultimatum»

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