
Say-so
Authority Level
Indicates a higher-up's needed permission for actions, emphasizing hierarchy.
We were waiting for the manager's say-so before proceeding.
Decision-making Power
Used to show who has the ultimate control over a decision.
The committee has the final say-so on the venue selection.
Without Explicit Permission
Often used to highlight action taken without seeking or waiting for approval.
He went ahead without the boss's say-so. Compare with
AffirmAssertionAuthorityConfirmationDeclarationEndorsePronounceTestimony
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