There are several synonyms for the term "sailor's-choice", which refers to a decision or vote made by a group of people, with the majority ultimately prevailing. Some common alternatives to "sailor's-choice" include "majority rule", "democratic decision", "consensus decision", "popular vote" and "collective choice". These terms all refer to the idea that when a group of people comes together to make a decision, the outcome is decided by the will of the majority. While "sailor's-choice" may be a more evocative term specifically related to seafaring traditions, these other synonyms can be effective in a variety of contexts.
