Definition of stipulationnext
as in provision
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends their proposal for a baseball franchise includes several stipulations that are unacceptable

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Recent Examples of stipulation All rights reserved American Airlines Admirals Club and United Club and lounges, have similar stipulations, with some interesting wrinkles. Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Although, there are almost certainly the same contract stipulations that in this deal that mean Verstappen could walk for 2028 if something surprising were to open up at the other big three teams. Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 After talking through the issues and adding strict stipulations, Starfish got its building. Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026 The script was tailored to bring Oliver’s voice and comedic timing to the character while still honoring his stipulations. Tanya Fedak, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stipulation
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Noun
  • Then the judge looked closely at the deal that had been struck, which included a provision to proceed straight to sentencing and recommend a short term of probation.
    Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The Coastal Commission signed off on the project a few years ago, after tussles over low-cost housing provisions during the course of erecting yet another luxury hotel.
    Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Some have no down payment requirements, most have below-average interest rates and many come with lower closing costs and monthly payments, thanks to no PMI requirements.
    Dan Simms, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
  • This allows individuals to evaluate the organization's mission, team dynamics, and actual time requirements.
    Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Having a healthy lawn means managing soil conditions for the roots, mowing properly, and strengthening the density of the grass by overseeding.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Women would also be screened through a questionnaire, which could then move to treatment for conditions related to hormonal imbalance.
    Idrees Ali, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The law includes several exceptions, including certain vehicles, medical devices and other equipment.
    Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The developers have sought an exception to rules around how much parking can front a nearby boulevard, and will be expected to provide extra landscaping and screening to buffer the parking from nearby properties.
    Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
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  • Maybe a coach or administrator favors 24 if the money is worth it, which is an important proviso because right now the money doesn’t work, at least for the SEC.
    Seth Emerson, New York Times, 8 June 2026
  • Curtis wants to see a more holistic conversation on how to address delays in rural communities, rather than a proviso that diverts funding from projects long in the works.
    Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 15 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The potential buyer is working to clear away all contingencies to complete the sale, court papers show.
    George Avalos, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • If Bally’s cannot deliver on its contractual commitment, the City Council needs to immediately begin contingency planning.
    Joe Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

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“Stipulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stipulation. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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