Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-reserve-the-right
phrase
/tə rɪˈzɜrv ðə raɪt/
Definition
To maintain the ability to take a certain action or to do something in the future.
Examples
- The company reserves the right to change the terms of service at any time.
- We would like to reserve the right to refuse service to anyone at our discretion.
- They reserved the right to appeal the decision made by the court.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to indicate that a person or organization does not give up their rights to perform an action later, even if they are not doing it at the present moment.
Synonyms
- retain the right
- secure the ability
- keep the option
