SINCE 1828
have it in one
idiomDefinition of have it in one
: to have the ability (to do something) : be capable (of something)
His last performance was wonderful; I didn't know he had it in him! I don't think she has it in her to be cruel.
—also have got I don't think she's got it in her to be cruel.
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