have-not

noun

ˈhav-ˌnät

-ˈnät

Synonyms of have-not

: one that is poor especially in material wealth

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Californians see the state as divided between the haves and have-nots, according to the survey. — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2026 Because if not, the Galaxy S26 FE launch will be a clear line in the sand between the haves and have-nots. — Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 On the other side of the haves and have-nots equation, states that had been on the upswing as far as production spending and activity only a few years ago have seen dips this quarter, including in Georgia, New Mexico and Illinois. — Erik Hayden, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 The rift between the haves and have-nots is growing, and there seems to be a growing trend to annihilate people of color. — Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for have-not

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1836, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of have-not was in 1836

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“Have-not.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have-not. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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have-not

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ˈhav-ˌnät,

-ˈnät

: one that is poor in material wealth

have-not

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