have on

British  

verb

1. (usually adverb) to wear

2. (usually adverb) to have (a meeting or engagement) arranged as a commitment

   what does your boss have on this afternoon?

3. informal (adverb) to trick or tease (a person)

4. (preposition) to have available (information or evidence, esp when incriminating) about (a person)

   the police had nothing on him, so they let him go

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have on Idioms  

1. have something on . See have nothing on , def. 3.

2. have someone on ; put someone on . Deceive or fool someone, as in There was no answer when I called; someone must be having me on , or You can't mean you're taking up ballet—you're putting me on! [ Colloquial ; mid-1800s]

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Example Sentences

On the planned casino, Park has voiced strong opposition to the project, citing concerns over the effect that the casino could have on local communities, such as increasing gambling addiction.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Since then, I’ve not spent anywhere the same amount on my niece as I have on my nephew.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

The BOJ’s policy board has grown increasingly concerned about the impact that the energy shock triggered by Middle East tensions will have on inflationary trends.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

We’ll walk through the entire collection, plus whatever exhibit they have on at the time.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

“You do realize the effect this will have on your future? You do understand what you’re giving up? This will impact the opportunities you’ll have open to you for the rest of your life.”

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah

Related Words

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• cover
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