As a medical opinion, absolutely official, mind you, it is my recommendation to return to base.
"Even though a developer gets an official opinion, it can't always be relied upon."
Like so many official opinions, this proved something of a lie.
But it would not influence official opinion in the least.
"We will investigate this matter and issue our official opinion in due course."
Jones, although supported by most official opinion, failed for once to influence Baldwin directly.
The views are stated to be "the official opinions" of the editorial staff.
Of course, for an official opinion you'd have to consult the Feds.
He would not lightly render an official opinion without being sure of his research.
That's sound policy, and I was contradicting the official opinion of his superiors.