have a minute/moment/second

phrase

: have a short period of time available (for something)
Do you have a minute/moment/second? I have a few things I'd like to discuss with you.

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In Kentucky, Indiana and some other states, players can also add the Double Play for an additional $1 to have a second chance at winning $10 million. Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Mar. 2026 Players can also add the Double Play for an additional $1 to have a second chance at winning $10 million. Chris Sims, IndyStar, 26 Mar. 2026 Ramirez wasn’t the only big-leaguer’s kid to have a moment on Friday night. Levi Weaver, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026 Finally, Santos predicts ground covers will have a moment in 2026 as gardeners rethink lawns and seek lower-maintenance alternatives. Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for have a minute/moment/second

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“Have a minute/moment/second.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%20a%20minute%2Fmoment%2Fsecond. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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