deadline

noun B2

Meaning

A deadline is the latest time or date by which something must be completed or submitted.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "deadline" with "due date," as deadlines can also imply consequences for not meeting them.

Example Sentences

The project must be completed before the deadline next Friday .
When is the deadline for submitting the project ?

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