have the final word

have the final word
have the final/last word 1. to say the last statement in a discussion or argument.

Tim can't bear to lose an argument. He always has to have the last word.

2. to make the final decision about something.

Our head chef has the final word on what is served each week.

(usually + on)

New idioms dictionary. 2014.

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