What/whatever somebody says, goes
phrase
The words or decisions of a certain person must be followed.
In this office, what the boss says, goes.
Often appears as...
- what the boss says
- goes
Usage tips
Disapproving
Idiomatic
phrase
The opinion or desire of a certain person is considered final.
Whatever she says, goes, isn't that right?
Often appears as...
- whatever dad says
- goes
Usage tips
Approving
Idiomatic
phrase
The words or decisions of a certain person must be followed.
In this office, what the boss says, goes.
Often appears as...
- what the boss says
- goes
Usage tips
Disapproving
Idiomatic
phrase
The opinion or desire of a certain person is considered final.
Whatever she says, goes, isn't that right?
Often appears as...
- whatever dad says
- goes
Usage tips
Approving
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Hierarchy Emphasis
Used to reinforce that someone in authority has the final say in a matter.
In the military, what the general says, goes.
Pro Tip 2/3Compliance Required
Implies that objections to the person's decisions are not welcome or considered.
During the game, what the referee says, goes.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Democratic
Highlights a situation where there is little or no room for group input or debate.
On this ship, what the captain says, goes.
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