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.

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Kindergarteners in the district have a few more days of summer to enjoy. Megan Shinn, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026 The Nats have a few candidates on the 40-man roster with unclear futures who could fit that profile. Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for have a few

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“Have a few.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%20a%20few. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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