Have had a few

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Drinking a few alcohol drinks.

He doesn't drive if he's have had a few at the party.
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Often appears as...

  • have had a few drinks
  • have had a few beers

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Informal Usage

Used casually among friends, not in professional or formal settings.

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At the barbecue, John said he wouldn't mind if he had a few.
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Understated Count

Might suggest modesty; actual number of drinks may be more.

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She laughed and admitted to have had a few when she tripped.
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Ambiguous Quantity

The phrase doesn't specify the exact number, it could vary greatly.

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He casually mentioned he'd have had a few, avoiding details.
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