stipulate

verb

Definition of stipulatenext
1
as in to specify

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2
as in to insist

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Recent Examples of stipulate Most significantly, counsel sought an order stipulating that settlement payments could only be made to class members directly—a requirement that could have substantially hindered, if not effectively eliminated, the claims-purchasing market. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 17 June 2026 Other points in the draft stipulate the blockade will be lifted and the strait will reopen within 30 days, according to Mehr. — Dennis Romero, NBC news, 14 June 2026 However, the initiative does not stipulate how dollars diverted from payroll must be spent. — Kff Health News, Oc Register, 10 June 2026 The rules stipulate that women can only go out in public when wearing full hijab — which includes a headscarf and long robe covering the entire body — as well as a face covering that leaves only the eyes visible. — ABC News, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stipulate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stipulate
  1. specify
  2. insist
  3. define
  4. exact
  5. ensure
  6. enjoin
  7. assure
  8. ask
Verb
  • After years of fraught negotiations between the states failed to yield a deal, federal authorities have stepped in and are expected to publish a plan in the coming days specifying the exact reductions required of states through 2028.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Buyers can also specify a Touring Pack with bespoke luggage designed to make use of the available cargo space.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of specify
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  • Instead, airlines are insisting on custom designs to stand out.
    — Edward Russell, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
  • And alumni are among the college’s best ambassadors for spreading that message, insists Emma Donatille, executive director of the WCC Foundation that has handed out nearly $440,000 in scholarships over the years.
    — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of insist
Verb
  • The idea that government, which has been defined as incompetent and inefficient for decades, could provide grocery abundance and variety better than Walmart and Costco has triggered a visceral reaction among critics.
    — Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Fierezza, for example, is defined by contrasts between pink peppercorn, incense, and marine notes.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of define
Verb
  • Not only do organizers give their mostly women clients the permission to part with belongings, but also the permission to let go of exacting societal expectations like having a perfectly organized and spotless house.
    — Marianne Cooper, Time, 5 Aug. 2026
  • What happens when photographers take a ski vacation Walters’ exacting eye extended into retirement and visits with old Herald colleagues and best buds Peter Cross and Bruce Gilbert.
    — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of exact
Verb
  • People working within the club have been attempting to strengthen the squad to ensure there is not another 22-year wait for their next domestic title.
    — Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said keeping gas prices low and ensuring Iran never gets a hold of a nuclear weapon are of equal importance to the president.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of ensure
Verb
  • Some of the restrictions enjoined by the decision have been on the books since 1997.
    — Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Her lush videos lure and enjoin viewers to try their hand at her style of vegan cooking.
    — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 29 July 2026
Definition of enjoin
Verb
  • That assures the Yankees of his services for the 2027 season.
    — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Davis assured that cottonmouths, though venomous, are not typically aggressive unless threatened.
    — Devon Henderson, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of assure
Verb
  • Appearing on Fox News on Thursday, Vance was asked how the conflict could ultimately end.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Women considering enlistment are generally more likely to ask practical questions about pregnancy policies, hygiene and whether barracks were coed, recruiters and women currently serving explained.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
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