hadhad /d, əd, həd; strong hæd/ 
Longman Language Activatorto get money or possessions from someone dishonestly
· He doesn't trust car mechanics -- he thinks they're all trying to cheat him.cheat somebody out of something · She says she was cheated out of $10,000 she paid to a modeling agency.· Cohen claimed that criminals posing as salesmen cheat Americans out of billions of dollars each year.
to get money from a person or organization by cheating them, especially using clever and complicated methods: · He was jailed in 1992 for attempting to swindle the insurance company he worked for.swindle somebody out of something: · Investors have been swindled out of millions of pounds.
especially spoken to persuade someone to buy something or to give you money by telling them lies: · By the time she realized she had been conned, she had lost more than $3000.con somebody out of something: · The old lady was conned out of her life savings by a crooked insurance dealer.con something out of somebody: · A man pretending to be a faith healer has conned around £20,000 out of desperate sick people.con somebody into doing something: · She was too embarrassed to admit that they had conned her into buying 100 acres of worthless land.
British informal to give false information or make dishonest changes to financial records, in order to get money or avoid paying money: · My boss thinks I've been fiddling my travel expenses.fiddle the books/fiddle the accounts (=change a company's financial records): · The company secretary has been fiddling the books for years.
to get money from a company or organization, especially a very large one, by deceiving it: · Trachtenberg is charged with attempting to defraud his business partner.defraud somebody (out) of something: · Between them they defrauded the company out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
informal to get a lot of money from someone by tricking them: · She fleeced him for everything he had.· Authorities estimate at least 300 elderly couples were fleeced in the scheme.fleece somebody of something: · She estimates he fleeced her of about £50,000 by tricking her into buying fake antiques.
to get money or possessions from someone, by tricking or deceiving them: · Police are warning residents to be on their guard after two men tricked a pensioner out of several hundred pounds.· Megan was tricked out of her life savings by a smooth-talking handsome man who had promised to marry her.
especially British, informal to cheat someone by not giving them money that they deserve or that they are owed: · The way I see it, they've done me out of three weeks' wages.· She's convinced the sales assistant did her out of £15.
spoken use this to say that someone has been cheated but they do not realize it: · I hate to tell you this but you've been had. The antique clock you bought is a phoney.
ways of saying 'if' · If you do that again I'll hit you.· Do you think I'd be here if I had a choice?· I know I look tired. So would you if you had this house, a husband, and three children to look after.if you like/want · I have a drill. If you like, you can borrow it.if so formal (=if this is true) · I believe you sell video cameras. If so, please would you send me a price list?if necessary/possible (=if it is necessary or possible) · We're prepared to work all through the night if necessary.· Use live natural yoghurt, full-fat if possible.if taken/used/needed etc · If taken in small doses, the drug has no harmful effects.
formal use this when something might happen in the future but it is not likely: · We've planned everything very carefully, but should there be any problems, contact me immediately.· Should you ever find yourself in Oxford, I'm sure Uncle Eric would be glad to see you.
formal use this when you are saying what the result would have been if things had happened differently in the past: · Had I known earlier that you wanted to join the team, I'd have put your name on the list.· My horse would have won had he not fallen at the final fence.
use this when something will still happen if a situation changes or if there is a problem: · He's going to buy the farm even if they raise the price.· Even if the government survives this crisis, they still face enormous problems.· You should always exercise -- even if it's only 10 minutes a day.
use this to say that something is done because something else might happen or be true: · I'll take an umbrella in case it rains.· In case you missed the first episode, here is the story so far.· In case you were thinking I'd lend you any money, I'll tell you now -- I won't!just in case: · I'm sure they haven't forgotten but let's send them a reminder just in case.
formal use this when you are saying what will be done if at any time there is a serious problem, an accident etc - used especially in official notices, plans, or instructions: · Britain agreed to support the US in the event of war.· The plan outlines emergency procedures in the event of a major accident.in the unlikely event of (=if something unlikely happens): · In the unlikely event of a burglar entering the building, the alarm system will be activated.
written used especially in official notices and instructions to tell people what to do if something unpleasant or unexpected happens: · In case of fire, leave the building by the nearest exit.· It is illegal to park on the hard shoulder except in case of emergency.
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES
Bart had a deep affection for the old man. We had a barbecue on the beach. You had better not tell Oliver (=it is not a good idea). We had a blast at the fair. The couple later had their marriage blessed in their local parish church. Kirby had a sudden brainstorm. I must have had a brainstorm that afternoon. She was told last year that she had cancer. She had carte blanche to produce a film suitable for children. I had a clear-out and got rid of a lot of old toys. McKellen’s performance had much to commend it (=was very good). I found I had a lot in common with these people. I had a concussion, a broken leg and some minor injuries. He had the consolation of knowing that he couldn’t have done any better. The rescue team also had bad weather conditions to contend with. Mr Lal has been asking for more responsibility, but has had to content himself with a minor managerial post. By the end of the year, the rebels had control over the northern territories. Firefighters had the blaze under control by 9:44 p.m. They had a short conversation in German and seemed to be disagreeing about something. He already had a criminal record. She had a huge crush on her geography teacher. We’ve had dealings with him in the past. Before I did the jump, people would ask if I had a death wish. His remarks had the desired effect. We have had discussions about her legal situation. The Stephensons had the dubious honor of being the 100th family to lose their home in the fire. Mrs Evans had a fall (=fell to the ground) and broke her leg. Carl had us all in fits (=made us laugh a lot) with his stories. They had a brief fling a few years ago. She had a brief flirtation with Tim. I couldn’t go because I had flu. Luckily I’d had the foresight to get in plenty of food. No one had the forethought to bring a map. He’s never had a girlfriend. There was no doubt that the referee had gone by the book (=had obeyed all the rules). I had a good go (=tried hard) at cleaning the silver. She sat down and had a good cry. At least she had the gumption to phone me. The explosion had all the hallmarks of a terrorist attack. I had a terrible hangover the next day. She had hardly sat down when the phone rang. His opponent had him in a headlock. I’ve always had a high opinion of her work. She had no illusions about her physical attractiveness. I had an inkling that she was pregnant. I’ve only had an hour’s kip. I wouldn’t have come if I’d known you were so busy. Jim and Keith had a liking and respect for each other. It was a nice house, but it wasn’t quite what we had in mind. He looked as though he had something on his mind. It had completely slipped her mind that Dave still had a key to the house. She had two miscarriages before she had her first child. For years Bell Telephone had a monopoly on telephone services in the US. A woman had a narrow escape yesterday when her car left the road. We sat down and had a natter and a cup of tea. Never had she been so confused. We’ve had the house on the market for a month and not even had a nibble yet. At least she had the nous to ring. He felt he had nothing to offer her that she wanted. All he had on was a pair of tattered shorts. I thought the medicine would make him sleep, but it had the opposite effect. women who have never had an orgasm I’d had him pegged as a troublemaker. I had the same preconceptions about life in South Africa that many people have. As Liz had predicted, the rumours were soon forgotten. When Anne didn’t arrive, Paul had a premonition that she was in danger. I had the great privilege to play for Yorkshire. She was cycling home when she had a puncture. We may conclude that he never had recourse to this simple experiment. She had a relapse and died soon after. The collapse of the company had repercussions for the whole industry. The increase had a ripple effect through the whole financial market. We had the run of the house for the afternoon. Michael got drunk and had a run-in with the police. He had scarcely sat down when there was a knock at the door. He stretched and had a scratch. He had no scruples about selling faulty goods to people. The accommodation was so awful it had to be seen to be believed (=you would not believe it if you did not see it yourself). He had an epileptic seizure. I had a senior moment and just couldn’t think of his name. I had 15 years seniority, and they couldn’t fire me. Tom and I had a bit of a set-to last night. They had sex in the back seat of his car. I had a sinking feeling inside as I realized I was going to fail yet again. The article had an anti-union slant. We had a massive snowball fight. I had a good long soak in the bath. Beauty, intelligence, wealth – my mother had all of them in spades. Her second son had a special place in her heart. I’ve always had a weak spot for chocolate. We had supper in a small Italian place. He actually had the temerity to tell her to lose weight. He had marriage thrust upon him. Dave’s had a tiff with his girlfriend. I had it all worked out (=had made very careful plans). He had a deep yearning to return to his home town. She’d always had a yen to write a book.
Bart had a deep affection for the old man. We had a barbecue on the beach. You had better not tell Oliver (=it is not a good idea). We had a blast at the fair. The couple later had their marriage blessed in their local parish church. Kirby had a sudden brainstorm. I must have had a brainstorm that afternoon. She was told last year that she had cancer. She had carte blanche to produce a film suitable for children. I had a clear-out and got rid of a lot of old toys. McKellen’s performance had much to commend it (=was very good). I found I had a lot in common with these people. I had a concussion, a broken leg and some minor injuries. He had the consolation of knowing that he couldn’t have done any better. The rescue team also had bad weather conditions to contend with. Mr Lal has been asking for more responsibility, but has had to content himself with a minor managerial post. By the end of the year, the rebels had control over the northern territories. Firefighters had the blaze under control by 9:44 p.m. They had a short conversation in German and seemed to be disagreeing about something. He already had a criminal record. She had a huge crush on her geography teacher. We’ve had dealings with him in the past. Before I did the jump, people would ask if I had a death wish. His remarks had the desired effect. We have had discussions about her legal situation. The Stephensons had the dubious honor of being the 100th family to lose their home in the fire. Mrs Evans had a fall (=fell to the ground) and broke her leg. Carl had us all in fits (=made us laugh a lot) with his stories. They had a brief fling a few years ago. She had a brief flirtation with Tim. I couldn’t go because I had flu. Luckily I’d had the foresight to get in plenty of food. No one had the forethought to bring a map. He’s never had a girlfriend. There was no doubt that the referee had gone by the book (=had obeyed all the rules). I had a good go (=tried hard) at cleaning the silver. She sat down and had a good cry. At least she had the gumption to phone me. The explosion had all the hallmarks of a terrorist attack. I had a terrible hangover the next day. She had hardly sat down when the phone rang.· Hardly had the rain stopped, when the sun came out.
His opponent had him in a headlock. I’ve always had a high opinion of her work. She had no illusions about her physical attractiveness. (=what someone thought something would be like, before they saw it or experienced it)· The office was not what he had imagined.
· The job interview proved to be much worse than I had imagined it would be.
I had an inkling that she was pregnant. I’ve only had an hour’s kip. I wouldn’t have come if I’d known you were so busy. Jim and Keith had a liking and respect for each other. It was a nice house, but it wasn’t quite what we had in mind. He looked as though he had something on his mind. It had completely slipped her mind that Dave still had a key to the house. She had two miscarriages before she had her first child. (=used for emphasizing how bad something is)· He was the most arrogant man I'd ever had the misfortune of meeting.
For years Bell Telephone had a monopoly on telephone services in the US. A woman had a narrow escape yesterday when her car left the road. We sat down and had a natter and a cup of tea. Never had she been so confused.· Never had she been so confused.
We’ve had the house on the market for a month and not even had a nibble yet. At least she had the nous to ring. He felt he had nothing to offer her that she wanted. All he had on was a pair of tattered shorts. (=have drunk too much alcohol)
I thought the medicine would make him sleep, but it had the opposite effect. women who have never had an orgasm I’d had him pegged as a troublemaker. I had the same preconceptions about life in South Africa that many people have. As Liz had predicted, the rumours were soon forgotten. When Anne didn’t arrive, Paul had a premonition that she was in danger. I had the great privilege to play for Yorkshire. She was cycling home when she had a puncture. We may conclude that he never had recourse to this simple experiment. She had a relapse and died soon after. The collapse of the company had repercussions for the whole industry. The increase had a ripple effect through the whole financial market. We had the run of the house for the afternoon. Michael got drunk and had a run-in with the police. He had scarcely sat down when there was a knock at the door.· Scarcely had they left the station than the train stopped.
He stretched and had a scratch. He had no scruples about selling faulty goods to people. The accommodation was so awful it had to be seen to be believed (=you would not believe it if you did not see it yourself). He had an epileptic seizure. I had a senior moment and just couldn’t think of his name. I had 15 years seniority, and they couldn’t fire me. Tom and I had a bit of a set-to last night. They had sex in the back seat of his car.· She had been waiting since five o’clock.
I had a sinking feeling inside as I realized I was going to fail yet again. The article had an anti-union slant. We had a massive snowball fight. I had a good long soak in the bath. Beauty, intelligence, wealth – my mother had all of them in spades. Her second son had a special place in her heart. I’ve always had a weak spot for chocolate. We had supper in a small Italian place. He actually had the temerity to tell her to lose weight. He had marriage thrust upon him. Dave’s had a tiff with his girlfriend. I had it all worked out (=had made very careful plans). He had a deep yearning to return to his home town. She’d always had a yen to write a book.PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES► have had a bellyful of somebody/something► have had your fill of something► more something than you’ve had hot dinners► he/she had a good innings► no sooner had/did ... than
the past tense and past participle of have- They had best be careful.
- All due, of course, to the fact that she had bested Travis McKenna.
- But pitchers had best take note as well.
- If so, we had best listen closely, since we will not get another chance.
- Meanwhile we had best prepare the way by showing that a medicine beyond verbal shamanism is an aching need.
- Perhaps we had best ask ourselves why our political institutions function as they do.
- Poets like Woodhouse had best go back to their jobs.
- The concept of differentiation is a key theme of our work, and we had best discuss it as the book unfolds.
- I'd better not go out tonight; I'm really tired.
- You'd better phone Julie to say you'll be late.
- After what he has now said about a referendum, he had better watch out.
- Any organisation dismissing that vision as science-fiction had better look out.
- But Walter is a poor shade of what we have had better done.
- He thought he had better reread that part of the book.
- I did not want to go, but Dana said we had better do as they asked.
- I realized I had better hustle him out of there before he was asked about his acting career.
- In April 1911, he seemingly had better luck.
- They told Weary that he and Billy had better find somebody to surrender to.
- Is not this subject wholly appropriate for the Minister, because his Government have had their chips?
- I'd had enough of the neighbors' noise, so I called the police.
- But I think perhaps you have had enough lessons for one night.
- By Saturday, both parties appeared to have had enough.
- Eat what is on offer and enjoy it without guilt, but stop when you have had enough.
- If you have had enough, stop eating.
- Male speaker People have had enough of crime in rural areas.
- My guess is that many of you have had enough of life before modernity.
- Others, if they have had enough attention, will simply start to struggle and then leap down or move away.
- Whatever the explanation, many people in Hong Kong have had enough.
- Tim's had more than his fair share of bad luck this year.
- Ralph Nader may have had a few, but then again far, far too few to mention.
- Ron looked like he'd had one too many.
- Alas, no sooner had he started than he realised it was no longer what he wanted.
- But no sooner had Miriam gone than Harry suddenly returned looking more cheerful than one might have expected.
- No sooner had he gone than one of the cameramen approached.
- No sooner had it begun than the rain seemed to end.
- If I had my way, there'd be a baseball game every day of the year.
- Well, I would ban them too if I had my way.
- You really had me worried - I thought you didn't like the present.