have in
Britishverb
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to ask (a person) to give a service
we must have the electrician in to mend the fire
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to invite to one's home
Example Sentences
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“These tests are all good to have in our back pocket and all good to be able to offer to patients,” Fenster said, “but patients should understand that they’re not the same as a colonoscopy.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Other news organizations including CNN and NBC have in the past called some California races.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
“We can’t wait to unlock the power and leverage we know we have in this company.”
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
He heaped praise on countries who have in recent months increased military spending and co-operation with the US, namechecking allies such as South Korea, Japan, Australia, and Philippines among others.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
“That’s something both of you have, in different ways. You’re new, so it’s delicate, but it’s strong.”
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
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