take it or leave it

Idioms  

1. Accept or reject unconditionally, as in I'm asking $1,000 for this computer—take it or leave it. This term, used to indicate one's final offer, was first recorded in 1576.

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Example Sentences

The idea is to draw up a list of transactional terms, present them to both sides as a take it or leave it deal and reach a quick cease-fire if not a conclusive end of the war.

From The Wall Street Journal

"We express deep concern regarding the current proposal under consideration for a take it or leave it," it said.

From BBC

Earlier this year, Sir Alan accused the government of putting forward a "take it or leave it" offer of compensation amounting to less than half of his claim.

From BBC

Co-host of “Take It or Leave It” and “The Tiff & Flip Show” podcasts and author, most recently, of “A Clean Mess”

From Los Angeles Times

Sir Alan, who led the campaign for justice, said he had been made a "take it or leave it" offer that was less than half the amount he was claiming.

From BBC

Related Words

• benefit
• choice
• opportunity
• preference
• privilege
• right