The latest time or date by which something must be completed or submitted.
“The deadline for submitting your application is August 31.”
“Please note that requests received after the deadline will not be considered.”
Deadlines are frequently mentioned in Reading Part 1 letters, so expect detail questions asking for the exact date given in the text. Scan the letter for specific dates near this word, since the exam often tests whether you can match the correct deadline to the correct action.
Synonyms: due date, cutoff, time limit