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non-negotiable

British

adjective

not open to negotiation or discussion

the policy is non-negotiable

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

From BBC

"Our non-negotiable fiscal rules were set out publicly two years ago by the chancellor," a Treasury spokesperson said.

From BBC

Washington, who works in finance, said fuel expenses are non-negotiable for her.

From Barron's

Shielding kids from the worst predatory coaches was “non-negotiable,” a spokesperson for Blumenthal platitudinously proclaimed last year.

From Salon

The Treasury said: "The government's non-negotiable fiscal rules help to keep interest rates low while also prioritising investment to support long-term growth."

From BBC

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