had it
Example Sentences
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And in “Bliss,” she mourns a relationship that could have been: “What hurts the most /Is we almost had it for a moment.”
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
“I had good warmups yesterday and today, and I knew I had it in me.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
My fellow runaway Kathy, working the same shift, ran over to say, “She almost left $100. She had it in her hand but hesitated!”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
From floral stage design and a live band, to her elegant shimmering dresses and words of wisdow - the performance had it all.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
I didn’t know if I wanted to, if I had it in me to start over.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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