Results for ultimatum
Definitions of ultimatum:
part of speech: noun
The last or final proposition or terms for a treaty:- pl. ULTIMATA.
part of speech: noun
The last offer; the final conditions or terms offered as the basis of a treaty; any final proposition.
part of speech: noun
The statement of a final proposition; a last offer of terms of agreement.
Usage examples for ultimatum:
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To answer an ultimatum
"The Crown of Life", George Gissing -
She would get the ultimatum recalled, and Bazaine as well, because Bazaine no longer advanced money.
"The Missourian", Eugene P. (Eugene Percy) Lyle -
It was the turning point of the scheme which she was working out; through Alison she launched her ultimatum to Fillingford: " Margaret or myself- there is no other alternative."
"The Great Miss Driver", Anthony Hope -
This is the father's firm but kindly ultimatum
"The Sources Of Religious Insight", Josiah Royce