rest with

verb

rested with; resting with; rests with

: to be the responsibility of (someone or something)

The final decision rests with you.

Examples of rest with in a Sentence

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Two days later, then-Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin canceled them, saying a decision of such significance should rest with him. — Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026

Her possible legislation’s reach is unclear because UC is constitutionally autonomous and admissions decisions rest with the regents. — Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Engelbert has presided over a period of impressive growth, no question, and the real problem rests with outsiders advancing their agendas and chasing their votes. — Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Importantly, the jury's decision is advisory, meaning the ultimate decision rests with the judge, who can accept or reject the conclusions. — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026