final say
The right to make a final decision.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“My boss has the final say on all projects.”
“We discussed the budget for hours, but the manager has the final say on where the money goes.”
“Although the committee provided extensive recommendations, the director retained the final say regarding the implementation of the new policy.”
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China's final warning
A warning that carries no real consequences; an empty threat.
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do exactly what it says on the tin
To do what is described or what one would expect, with no further explanation needed.
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easier said than done
Easy to propose, but difficult to accomplish.
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final cut
In the movie industry, the final released version of a film.
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final nail in the coffin
Something that is ultimately responsible for a previously prospective demise or failure.
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have a say
To (receive the opportunity to) voice one's opinion.
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I see, said the blind man
Expressing confusion.
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I'd say
It is my estimate or opinion.
Last updated August 10, 2026