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non-negotiable

British

adjective

not open to negotiation or discussion

the policy is non-negotiable

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“This must remain a firm and non-negotiable priority,” the letter, which was seen by The Wall Street Journal, said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Another said their opposition was "non-negotiable" and the reforms needed to be "binned" rather than mitigated.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Tehran is adamant that the talks be strictly limited to the nuclear issue and the lifting of sanctions, and considers this demand non-negotiable.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

“This achievement is for a generation to whom you taught that their identity is non-negotiable and that success is not at odds with authenticity,” Martin wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

Their schedules are so crazy, they didn’t fight me on quitting Hebrew school this year, which had always been non-negotiable before.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

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