Have the feel of (something)
To have learned how something feels, to be accustomed to something.When I had the feel of the airplane, the instructor let me fly it.
Have the devil to pay
To have a great deal of trouble.I will have the devil to pay if I do not return home early.
Have the courage of one’s convictions
To have enough courage and determination to work to achieve one's goals.The man has the courage of his convictions and will only do what he... Read more →
Have the best of both worlds
To be able to enjoy two different opportunities.The man has the best of both worlds and can enjoy the outdoors and nature while he is working at... Read more →
Have sticky fingers
To steal things.The waiter was fired from the restaurant because he has sticky fingers.
Have (something) up one`s sleeve
To have something kept secretly ready for a good time to use it.I am not too worried about the meeting as I have something up my sleeve if there... Read more →
Have (something) to spare
To have more than enough of something.We have extra blankets to spare so we gave some to our neighbors.
Have (something) to do with (something)
To be about something, to be on the subject of something, to be related to something.The book has something to do with cooking but I am not sure... Read more →
Have (someone) in one’s pocket
To have control over someone.The large union has the city mayor in their pocket.
Have (something) stuck in one’s craw
To have something irritate or displease someone.The man's complaint stuck in my craw for several weeks before I forgot it.