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demanding immediate obedience, particularly in a way that sounds unfriendly or rude
- The manager’s peremptory tone left no room for discussion.
- His peremptory instructions were met with resistance from the team.
- LIsa's peremptory request for the documents was both abrupt and forceful.
- Her peremptory demeanor made her colleagues feel uneasy.
- The peremptory behavior of the new supervisor created tension in the office.
2
not open to be debated
- The manager gave a peremptory order to the team, leaving no room for discussion.
- She made a peremptory statement about the project deadline, and everyone had to comply.
- The general gave a peremptory command, ensuring that his orders would be followed without delay.
- Her peremptory tone during the meeting made it clear that no objections would be entertained.
- His peremptory demands for an explanation left no opportunity for anyone to question his authority.
3
not allowing contradiction or refusal