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		mr_toad on May 9, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: The Bloody History of 'Deadline' I would guess it comes from contracts, being the date on which payment is due (owed). Due, or Dues has a historical meaning as a debt or obligation.

jacobolus on May 9, 2024 [–]

Note: the discussion is the etymology/usage of "deadline", not "due date".

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