On somebody’s say-so

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prepositional phrase

Based on the authority or assertion of someone.

The event was cancelled on the director's say-so.
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Often appears as...

  • on his say-so
  • on her say-so

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Idiomatic

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Authority Implication

Indicates that an action is taken because a person in power has instructed or decided it.

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We've updated the company policy on vacations on the CEO's say-so.
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No Proof Needed

Shows trust in someone’s judgment without requiring evidence or explanation.

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They hired the consultant on the vice president's say-so alone.
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Subtle Pressure

May suggest that disagreeing with the say-so could lead to disagreement or conflict.

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Reluctantly, the team postponed the project on the manager's say-so.
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