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have at

British  

verb

  1. archaic (intr, preposition) to make an opening attack on, esp in fencing

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have at Idioms  

  1. Attack; also, make an attempt at. For example, Urging the dog on, he said, “Go on, Rover, have at him,” or It's time to have at straightening out these files. [Late 1300s]

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After all, you already have at least one thing in common.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

So England was set to have seven teams in Europe before the EPS - but now will have at least eight.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Personal relations have long helped boost bilateral ties shaped by shifting strategic interests that have at times been strained.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Among workers who have at least some retirement savings, the median figure is $40,000.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

“And I’m sorry, High John, but we’re taking the Story Box back with us. It’s the only shot we have at saving MidPass!”

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia

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