final say
Example Sentences
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In the latest chapter of a rivalry forged in the Premier League, Haaland had the final say.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
After succeeding his father as supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei in theory sits at the top of Iran's theocratic system in a post-for-life with the final say on all significant policy matters.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
Sunday’s vote tally is technically preliminary—a rapid and highly accurate count that in past elections served as the final say on the winner.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
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
“Bad move on my part. By contract, Richard has final say on all on-camera promotions. I’m pretty certain I’ll be looking for another job as soon as Emily blows herself out.”
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
