way

(one's) (own) way

What one wants; the manner in which one wants or demands something to be done. Our toddler is so stubborn. If he doesn't get his way, he throws a total tantrum. Don't bother arguing—the boss has to have it done her own way, or she won't sign off on anything you do. Fine, have it your way. But good luck working with Payroll on your own.

See also: way

Way!

slang Yes, it's true! (Used as a set response to the incredulous phrase "No way!") A: "They said they wanted to promote me to Vice President of Marketing!" B: "No way!" A: "Way!"

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way

1. mod. extremely; totally. Oh, this is way gross!

2. interj. There is too a way!, as an answer to No way! A: I won’t do it. No way! B: Way! Yes, you will.

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