1
as in owns
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
my uncle has a sizable collection of black powder rifles
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2
as in accepts
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
we decided that I would have the job of calling the volunteers on the phone she refused to have him as a husband
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3
as in produces
to bring forth from the womb
her grandmother had 11 children
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4
as in deceives
to cause to believe what is untrue
he'd been had —the painting was a fake, and he never saw the "art dealer" or his money again
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5
as in undergoes
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
had a great time at the party had three operations on her leg
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as in allows
to give permission for or to approve of
I will not have any more nonsense about a party in celebration of my retirement
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as in bribes
to influence someone with a bribe
an upstanding judge who could not be had at any price
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as in holds
to keep in one's mind or heart
I have never had an unkind thought for him do you have an opinion?
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Recent Examples of has
The aforementioned head also has lights, with batteries included, and a tiny switch behind the neck.
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Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The newspaper reported at the time that Zinn has a criminal record dating back to 1989 that includes dozens of convictions for petty crimes such as criminal trespass, theft of services, interfering with a police officer and disturbing the peace.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
While Cruz is still working to get Democratic sponsors for his bill, the issue has support from across the aisle.
—Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
All of it has a deeper religious meaning, but is also intended to appeal to the secular and spiritual.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
Bowlan has a variety of pitches.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
China also has its Tianwen-1 orbiter, which carries a high-resolution camera comparable to that of MRO.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2025
At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it has yet to be determined.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The newspaper reported at the time that Zinn has a criminal record dating back to 1989 that includes dozens of convictions for petty crimes such as criminal trespass, theft of services, interfering with a police officer and disturbing the peace.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
While Cruz is still working to get Democratic sponsors for his bill, the issue has support from across the aisle.
—Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
All of it has a deeper religious meaning, but is also intended to appeal to the secular and spiritual.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
Bowlan has a variety of pitches.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
China also has its Tianwen-1 orbiter, which carries a high-resolution camera comparable to that of MRO.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2025
At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it has yet to be determined.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for has
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This landed Ellison, who owns more than 40% of shares, at the top of the Forbes Billionaires List, second only to his good friend, Elon Musk.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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In any case, The Wren, which Mester co-owns with Rosemary Liss, is most glorious when taken as prescribed.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Sep. 2025
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Since the Warriors haven't yet offered a deal Kuminga wants, there's a chance the four-year forward accepts the qualifying offer.—
Noah Camras,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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In addition to buying tickets, Snell accepts volunteers to help out.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
15 Sep. 2025
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One of my kids once presented a bar graph showing that Taco Tuesday produces 40% more dirty dishes than any other night.—
Dr. Sue Varma,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Pitt cast is led by Noah Wyle, who also executive produces and writes.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
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In New Zealand, the pūriri moth undergoes a remarkably long journey to adulthood.—
Lauren Liebhaber
September 9,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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Back at SeaWorld, Labor Day weekend marked the last performances in the Dolphin Amphitheater until early 2026, as the stadium undergoes a renovation.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Printing speed into capability The new design allows Boeing to print features like harness paths and attachment points directly into each panel.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
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The trust model thus allows businesses to raise and lower risk tolerances to hallucinations and suboptimal answers by choosing different thresholds of the trust score.—
Scott Zoldi,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Unrivaled, the women’s 3-on-3 basketball league founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, holds less than 900 fans at the league’s Wayfair Arena home near Miami.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Zhmo Canvas Tote Bag Finding a work bag that checks every box—fits your laptop, holds your lunch and water bottle, keeps things organized, and still looks stylish—is no small feat.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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Still grieving the death of his wife and the imprisonment of his son, Brandis binges on booze but possesses a sharp and intuitive mind, even if his family life is in disarray.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Nebius additionally possesses a solid balance sheet.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Mushi takes his blanket and tucks himself into bed.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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The brand’s signature protein-repairing peptide simultaneously takes a journey into the individual hair shaft to repair any damage, helping tackle a lack of volume on a long-term basis.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Has.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/has. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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