have a minute/moment/second

idiom

: have a short period of time available (for something)

Do you have a minute/moment/second? I have a few things I'd like to discuss with you.

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Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 29 Oct. 2024 So many aspects of life with a new baby are extremely stressful, from pooping for the first time (you, not the baby), to figuring out feedings, and even pretending to have a moment for self-care. —

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Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for have a minute/moment/second

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