as in deceived
to cause to believe what is untrue
you're having me on, aren't you, mate?
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Recent Examples of had on
Out of the Shadows has the propulsive storytelling of a high-stakes political thriller and exposes the biggest cover-up in human history, and the deeply personal, harrowing toll Jay's pursuit of the truth had on him and his family.
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Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 3 June 2026
The impact Miami Heat president Pat Riley has had on Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra is well-documented.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
And while subsequent analysis cast doubt on the scale of the effect that social media had on the outcome, the relationship never mended.
—Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 26 May 2026
Chief Thomas also acknowledged the emotional toll the incident has had on passengers, witnesses and first responders.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 13 May 2026
The Republican-majority body had on Tuesday confirmed Warsh to a 14-year term on the Fed’s seven-member Board of Governors.
—Reuters, NBC news, 13 May 2026
Trump has repeatedly downplayed inflation risks for Americans and the toll that higher gas prices have had on their finances.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
When asked about the federal deficit, 66% of Democrats and 62% of Republicans agreed, a more aligned view than Americans had on healthcare costs, inflation, or jobs.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 13 May 2026
At the exhibition’s opening last week, Saleh described the transformative effect the work had on many of the women commissioned for the piece.
—Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 12 May 2026
Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 3 June 2026
The impact Miami Heat president Pat Riley has had on Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra is well-documented.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
And while subsequent analysis cast doubt on the scale of the effect that social media had on the outcome, the relationship never mended.
—Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 26 May 2026
Chief Thomas also acknowledged the emotional toll the incident has had on passengers, witnesses and first responders.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 13 May 2026
The Republican-majority body had on Tuesday confirmed Warsh to a 14-year term on the Fed’s seven-member Board of Governors.
—Reuters, NBC news, 13 May 2026
Trump has repeatedly downplayed inflation risks for Americans and the toll that higher gas prices have had on their finances.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
When asked about the federal deficit, 66% of Democrats and 62% of Republicans agreed, a more aligned view than Americans had on healthcare costs, inflation, or jobs.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 13 May 2026
At the exhibition’s opening last week, Saleh described the transformative effect the work had on many of the women commissioned for the piece.
—Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for had on
Verb
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Do not be deceived by this seemingly simple question.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
3 June 2026
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Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said during a news conference that the company suppressed internal safety warnings and deceived users about the true nature and dangers of the product.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
Verb
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The sample that tricked the most people came from a robot Bram Stoker.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
2 June 2026
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Montreal opened the scoring when Dubois’ shot hit off of Elizabeth Giguere’s stick and tricked Rooney.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Don't be fooled in thinking this spiked tea came from New York—this fan-favorite version hails from Tennessee.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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So don’t be fooled by temporary price drops that come with endless statements about deals being made.—
Matt Randolph,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2026
Verb
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The brand’s beaded bikinis and one-pieces stay relatively streamlined in silhouette, but are adorned with playful rainbow beads strung along straps and ties, translating its accessory language into a new category.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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Last fall, loops of razor-wire fencing were strung along the Rio Grande in the Big Bend area, a remote region of far West Texas.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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“Had on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/had%20on. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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