have (oneself) (something)

have (oneself) (something)

To enjoy or indulge in something. I'm going to sit down in the shade and have myself a cold glass of lemonade.See also: have

have oneself something

to get, have, or take something. I'll have myself some of that coconut cream pie, if you don't mind. You just go and have yourself a nice, long nap.See also: have

have oneself

Enjoy something, as in Be sure to have yourself a good nap, or They were having themselves a great time at the fair. The oneself in this colloquial expression adds emphasis to the verb have. See also: have

have

(someone) by the balls Vulgar Slang To have control over someone; have someone at one's mercy.

have

/have got (someone's) back To protect or shield someone from harm, loss, or danger.

have

/have got it all over To be much better than (someone) at a particular endeavor.

have

/have got it in (one) To have the capacity or disposition to (to do something).

have

/have got it in for To act in a hostile manner toward or intend to harm (someone), especially because of a grudge.

have

/have got nothing on (someone)1. To fail to be equal or superior to (someone) in a particular way.2. To know or be able to prove information regarding (someone).

have

/keep (one's) nose to the grindstone To work hard and steadily.

have

/keep (one's) fingers crossed To hope for a successful or advantageous outcome.

have

/keep (one's) wits about (one) To remain alert or calm, especially in a crisis.

have

/keep an ear to the ground To be on the watch for new trends or information.

have

/speak with a forked tongue To speak deceitfully; prevaricate or lie.

have

/take a whack at Informal To try out; attempt.

have

/take pity on To show compassion for.

have

/take the bit in one's teeth To be uncontrollable; cast off restraint.