have a few

phrase

variants or have a few too many

informal

: to have too many alcoholic drinks

We could tell from his slurred speech that he'd had a few.

It looks like she had a few too many.

Examples of have a few in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Unlike the 2025 champion Oklahoma City Thunder and the Spurs – their Finals opponent – the Knicks do have a few things going for them. — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026

Those interested in running for certain local offices across Orange County this November have a few extra days to file their candidacy. — Charlie Borla, Oc Register, 11 Aug. 2026

Now, reviewers did have a few cooking tips to share to make the most of your Member’s Mark pot roast. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026

The upshot is that entering freshmen only have a few months before being bombarded by banks and banking hype is unavoidable. — Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for have a few

• hullabaloo
• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup