first refusal
noun/ˌfɜːst rɪˈfjuːzl/
/ˌfɜːrst rɪˈfjuːzl/
[uncountable]- the right to decide whether to accept or refuse something before it is offered to others
- Will you give me first refusal on the car, if you decide to sell it?
- If you decide to sell your car, I hope you'll give me first refusal.
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