have had enough

Idioms  

1. Want no more of something, as in I've had enough of their quarreling. This phrase uses enough in the sense of “an adequate amount,” which is intended ironically to mean “a more than sufficient amount.” [c. 1700] For synonyms, see fed to the gills; have had it, def. 1.

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Example Sentences

Viral posts of an Australian street dubbed the country's "most beautiful" have enticed coachloads of visitors to a picturesque seaside town -- and locals have had enough of it.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Many Hungarian voters say they have had enough.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Apparently the gas station’s owners have had enough with all the attention from reporters, TikTok personalities and other gawkers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

"We Iraqis have seen so many wars... we have had enough," she added.

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

But how could she possibly have had enough time to look in the folder, memorize whatever was in there, and then position herself in front of the desk?

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Related Words

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