obtain the circumstances one wishes for; to do what one wishes to do, or to have others do what one wishes them to do.' name='description'> have one's way - definition and meaning
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  • verb idiomatic, of a person To obtain the circumstances one wishes for; to do what one wishes to do, or to have others do what one wishes them to do.
  • verb idiomatic To achieve a desired or natural result.
  • verb euphemistic, followed by with To have sexual intercourse with, especially without the consent of one's partner.

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