haven't

American

[hav-uhnt] / ˈhæv ənt /

contraction of have not.

haven't British

/ ˈhævənt /

contraction

have not

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haven't Idioms

see under not have.

Usage

See contraction.

Example Sentences

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“But if we don’t close the loop in terms of policy and legislation, we haven’t actually done anything to support people.”

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

That's not to say Harry and Meghan haven't been in their element during such encounters, high-fiving fans and taking selfies with them.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said that the Trump administration had made progress in talks with Mexico but “we have some issues” with Canada “that haven’t been resolved yet.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Data show that more people are shopping for EVs even if they haven’t made purchases yet.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

When I haven’t followed my father’s suggestion to sit down, he sighs and looks at me shrewdly.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse

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