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say-so

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of say-so

the right to express a wish, choice, or opinion

  • some of the members complained they didn't have any say-so in how the organization spent its funds
Synonyms of say-so

say, voice, vote
Words Related to say-so

part, role (also rôle), share

ballot, enfranchisement, franchise, suffrage

belief, conviction, judgment (or judgement), opinion, sentiment, view

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