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Better ways to say “at your discretion”
A polite way of saying "your call" — common in contracts and corporate memos.
i · Why avoid itTwo lines, no filler
"Discretion" from Latin discretio ("separation, judgment"). Precise in legal contexts, vague elsewhere. In everyday writing, "your call" or "if you like" says the same thing warmer.
ii · Before & afterDrop-in demo
Before
Feedback is welcome at your discretion.
After
Feedback is welcome — send whatever helps.
iii · The alternatives4 ways out
- 01As you see fit formal
formal latitude
Handle this as you see fit.
- 02If you like informal
everyday invitation
Send feedback if you like.
- 03Your call informal
decision authority
Whether to attend is your call.
- 04Optional neutral
plain label
The demo is optional.
iv · Brew tipKeep this one
If it's a genuine choice, "optional" is the least lawyered way to say so.