ultimatum
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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
Following the US ultimatum, all EAC members except Rwanda pulled their support for the ban.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
“After another day of market stress” on Thursday, they said, the ultimatum was “delayed further to April 6.”
From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026
Bush’s 48-hour ultimatum for Saddam Hussein to leave Iraq had just expired.
From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026
“Well, you’re going,” Bull said, his voice chilling into ultimatum.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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