have words
Example Sentences
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Children may not have words for terror, grief, or rage.
From Slate • Jan. 29, 2026
“You may not have words for what you’re going through,” she said.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 7, 2026
Religious folks have words for such spasmodic departures from the everyday, like beatitude, nirvana, ecstasy.
From Salon • Oct. 19, 2025
She does have words of appreciation, though, including for what she’s learned from her character.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 27, 2025
He'd rubbed his eyes, so he didn't look painted anymore—but he still looked like something Eleanor didn't have words for.
From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell
