have a few

idiom

variants or have a few too many

informal

: to have too many alcoholic drinks

We could tell from his slurred speech that he'd had a few.

It looks like she had a few too many.

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Verizon and Sprint hot spots, which have a few more bells and whistles, are usually $100-$150. —

Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025 The Eagles have a few key players poised for free agency, including All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun, right guard Mekhi Becton and pass rusher Josh Sweat. —

Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2025 Short on surprises but brimming with warm-hearted insight, the film may have a few too many mildly edgy elements to qualify as family-friendly entertainment suitable for all ages. —

Joe Leydon, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025 But Washington does have a few trade pieces that could entice teams heading toward the deadline. —

Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for have a few