have (the) time

idiom

: to be able to use an amount of time required for a particular purpose

"Can you go to the store for me?" "I'm sorry, but I don't have time."

We're on a deadline, but he acts like we have all the time in the world!

—often followed by to + verb

Do you have time to look this over for me?

I don't have the time to talk right now.

—often + for

We've got time for a few more questions.

I don't have the time or patience for this.

: to like or be willing to spend time dealing with (something or someone)

—usually + for

I have no time for liars.

(British) We have a lot of time for her.

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In 2023, the year of our World War Diablo IV, the legendary Whoopi Goldberg still does not have time for Jeanine Pirro. —

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The Indianapolis Star, 22 June 2023 Businesses owners have time to adjust their operations. —

Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 15 June 2023 Craving a little sunshine but don't have time to jet off to a warmer location? —

Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 12 June 2023 See all Example Sentences for have (the) time

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