have a few
idiom
variants
or have a few too many
informal
: to have too many alcoholic drinks
We could tell from his slurred speech that he'd had a few.
It looks like she had a few too many.
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But Washington does have a few trade pieces that could entice teams heading toward the deadline.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
The Lions have a few players who could be sought-after free agents.
—Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
Although oatmeal is a beneficial breakfast pick that boasts nutritional advantages, too much of it can have a few drawbacks, said experts.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 20 Jan. 2025
On top of that, Congress will only have a few months to capitalize on CRA measures.
—Ramsey Touchberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Jan. 2025
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
The Lions have a few players who could be sought-after free agents.
—Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
Although oatmeal is a beneficial breakfast pick that boasts nutritional advantages, too much of it can have a few drawbacks, said experts.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 20 Jan. 2025
On top of that, Congress will only have a few months to capitalize on CRA measures.
—Ramsey Touchberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Jan. 2025
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“Have a few.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%20a%20few. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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