if i had my say in the matter vs if i had my say on the matter

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'If I had my say in the matter' is commonly used to express having an opinion or influence over a decision, while 'If I had my say on the matter' is less common and may imply a more indirect involvement or commentary on a topic.

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if i had my say in the matter

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express having an opinion or influence over a decision.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker wants to express their opinion or have a say in a particular matter or decision.

Examples:

If I had my say in the matter, I would suggest a different approach.
I wish I had my say in the matter before the decision was made.

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It seems harmless enough to store a bicycle down there, but I would never let it happen if I had my say in the matter. Even pretty non flammable ...
If I had my say in the matter I'd never use the damn toll roads but it's kind of easy to accidentally get on them sometimes, with no way out once you realize your ...

Alternatives:

if I had a say in the matter
if I had a say in it

if i had my say on the matter

This phrase is correct but less common. It may imply a more indirect involvement or commentary on a topic.

This phrase can be used to suggest that the speaker wants to express their opinion or perspective regarding a particular matter or decision, but with a slightly different nuance than 'in the matter.'

Examples:

If I had my say on the matter, I would offer a different viewpoint.
He always has his say on the matter, even if it's not always welcomed.

Alternatives:

if I had my opinion on the matter
if I had my thoughts on the matter

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if i had my say in the matter vs if i had my say on the matter