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final say

idiom
Meaning

The right to make a final decision.


Examples
SIMPLE

My boss has the final say on all projects.

CONTEXTUAL

We discussed the budget for hours, but the manager has the final say on where the money goes.

COMPLEX

Although the committee provided extensive recommendations, the director retained the final say regarding the implementation of the new policy.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    China's final warning

    A warning that carries no real consequences; an empty threat.

  2. 02

    final cut

    In the movie industry, the final released version of a film.

  3. 03

    final nail in the coffin

    Something that is ultimately responsible for a previously prospective demise or failure.

  4. 04

    have a say

    To (receive the opportunity to) voice one's opinion.

  5. 05

    I'd say

    It is my estimate or opinion.

  6. 06

    I'll say

    Used to indicate emphatic agreement

  7. 07

    let's not and say we did

    Indicates that the speaker does not agree with a proposed action, and does not wish to participate.

  8. 08

    needless to say

    Clearly, obviously.

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