have up
Britishverb
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El Salvador is one of several countries that has contributed to the Gang Suppression Force, which is authorized to have up to 5,500 personnel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026
People with this type of scabies can have up to two million mites and eggs on them.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
The First Eagle Core Plus Municipal Bond Fund can have up to 30% of its portfolio in high-yield bonds, while the First Eagle Core Plus Municipal ETF can have high-yield exposure of up to 15%.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026
After the formal rule-making process completes, most likely in September, Californians will have up to five years to comply.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Giddily tall and straight, they have up to a dozen stalks, with a protective mat of spikes wrapped around the bottom of the tree.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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