have (the) time

phrase

1

: to be able to use an amount of time required for a particular purpose

"Can you go to the store for me?" "I'm sorry, but I don't have time."

We're on a deadline, but he acts like we have all the time in the world!

—often followed by to + verb

Do you have time to look this over for me?

I don't have the time to talk right now.

—often + for

We've got time for a few more questions.

I don't have the time or patience for this.

2

: to like or be willing to spend time dealing with (something or someone)

—usually + for

I have no time for liars.

(British) We have a lot of time for her.

Examples of have (the) time in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In 2023, the year of our World War Diablo IV, the legendary Whoopi Goldberg still does not have time for Jeanine Pirro. — Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 22 June 2023

Craving a little sunshine but don't have time to jet off to a warmer location? — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 12 June 2023

With Lamone set to retire in September, the board of elections raced to fill her seat so that the new appointee would have time to transition into the role. — Katie Shepherd, Washington Post, 8 June 2023

Murphy can learn from Sam Hubbard and Trey Hendrickson the next few seasons, provide depth for an already stout defense and have time to build toward being a star himself in a few years. — Jason Williams, The Enquirer, 28 Apr. 2023