present (sb with) ultimatum
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give an ultimatum to someone, often in a formal context
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- The government denied that it had presented the union with an ultimatum.
- The CEO presented the struggling division with a clear ultimatum: improve performance or face closure.
- Before declaring war, the ambassador will present the opposing nation with a final ultimatum.
- She was forced to present her partner with an ultimatum about their future.
- The negotiating team was unwilling to present them with such a harsh ultimatum without exhausting all other options.
- If they don't agree to the terms, we will have to present them with an ultimatum.
- The striking workers were presented with an ultimatum by management: return to work or be fired.
- Historically, nations would often present their adversaries with an ultimatum before military action.
- He felt he had no choice but to present his landlord with an ultimatum regarding the repairs.
- Are you ready to present him with the ultimatum by the end of the day?