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Peremptory

/pəˈrɛmptəri/
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(adj) Precluding debate or expostulation; not admitting of question or appeal

There was no point in arguing after such a peremptory command.
NB. This saying is a bit peremptory.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The manager issued a ____ order that left no room for discussion or negotiation among the staff.

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