as in tricks
to cause to believe what is untrue
you're having me on, aren't you, mate?
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Recent Examples of has on
Bertman, who turns 88 on May 23, has on his resume before this latest honor, prime spots in the College Baseball Hall of Fame, Louisiana State University Hall of Fame, state of Louisiana Hall of Fame, University of Miami Hall of Fame and Miami Beach High School Hall of Fame.
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George Solomon, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
Each era seems to reside in a piece of costume, some of which Sam still has on hand.
—Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
One concern is the impact this relentless drumbeat of on-air coverage has on policymakers, politicians, and the public.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
The exact timing and strength of El Niño will ultimately determine how much of an influence the pattern has on the season.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
The subsequent deterioration in embryos that had been in microgravity for up to 24 hours was likely due to negative effects the absence of gravity has on the processes taking place in the quickly dividing embryonic cells.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
The only upcoming project Ford has on the books is the fourth season of Shrinking, which was renewed in January ahead of its season 3 premiere.
—Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
Ask for a review of the legal presence documents the DMV has on file.
—Ashley Sharp, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Nutex’s hospital, called Post Falls ER & Hospital, offers 24-7 emergency care but also has on-site imaging, a laboratory, a pharmacy and inpatient care.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026
George Solomon, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
Each era seems to reside in a piece of costume, some of which Sam still has on hand.
—Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
One concern is the impact this relentless drumbeat of on-air coverage has on policymakers, politicians, and the public.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
The exact timing and strength of El Niño will ultimately determine how much of an influence the pattern has on the season.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
The subsequent deterioration in embryos that had been in microgravity for up to 24 hours was likely due to negative effects the absence of gravity has on the processes taking place in the quickly dividing embryonic cells.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
The only upcoming project Ford has on the books is the fourth season of Shrinking, which was renewed in January ahead of its season 3 premiere.
—Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
Ask for a review of the legal presence documents the DMV has on file.
—Ashley Sharp, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Nutex’s hospital, called Post Falls ER & Hospital, offers 24-7 emergency care but also has on-site imaging, a laboratory, a pharmacy and inpatient care.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for has on
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San Diego startup Neomorph on Monday announced a new $100 million investment for its molecular glue that tricks cancer cells into self-destructing.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
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During the final moments of the finale, Jimmy is seen sitting down for breakfast with Sofi after Paul (Harrison Ford) tricks him into meeting one last time.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
8 Apr. 2026
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What fools these non-OpenAI mortals must be.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
15 Feb. 2026
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In a statement issued Friday, the commission accused X of using its 'blue checkmark' in a way that deceives users.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
5 Dec. 2025
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The fragmentary Ni 12501 tablet from the Early Dynastic III period of Mesopotamia breaks off when Fox deceives the inhabitants of the netherworld in his quest to retrieve the storm god Ishkur.—
Rafil Kroll-Zaidi,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
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Both kids cheer and bite into their burgers.—
Fortesa Latifi,
Rolling Stone,
5 Apr. 2026
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As previously mentioned, Meevee targets a preschool audience — specifically kids two to six — pretty much the only ages parents can (and should) be in sole control of their children’s screen time anyway.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Has on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/has%20on. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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