final say

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It will also be useful if he is buying in a co-op whose board has the final say on whether he’s admitted.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

The parliament's text will form the basis of its negotiations with member states, which usually have the final say over the budget.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Mr. Armitage’s translation does not claim to have the final say on that sustained vision—no translation of “Gilgamesh” can—but its excellence makes a compelling case for why the epic must be rendered again and again.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

However, France regained possession off the restart and - just as in this fixture in Lyon two years ago - Ramos had the final say.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

“Well, you can have final say about our allies. But right now, I’m leaning toward Chaff and Seeder,” says Peeta.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins