Have an out
Have a means of escape or an excuse, as in I’m supposed to go to the meeting, but I have an out—Sam invited me first to come to his wedding. One can also give someone an out, as in She was hoping someone would give her an out; otherwise she’d be stuck visiting relatives all afternoon. [ ; early 1900s ]
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- Have a penchant for
Have a tendency or taste for. For example, He has a penchant for saying the wrong thing, or She has a strong penchant for baroque music. [ Second half of 1600s ]
- Have a prayer
verb phrase To have a chance; be able •Very often used in the negative: The Eagles don’t have a prayer, and neither will Murray (1941+)
- Have a problem with something
verb phrase To find hard to accept; be unable to agree immediately: I said we’ll split it. You got a problem with that? (1970s+)
- Have a red face
verb phrase To be embarrassed; have a guilty and sheepish mien; HAVE EGG ON one’s FACE: The Chief had a red face when he was found in possession of stolen property (1937+)