hard nut to crack
A difficult problem or person to deal with
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Expressions you’ll hear in Britain and Ireland — distinctly British usage first, then widespread staples.
hard of hearing
having difficulty hearing
hard on the eyes
Unpleasant or difficult to look at
hard pass
a strong refusal or rejection
hard telling, not knowing
Unable to predict or know something
hard to swallow
Difficult to accept or believe
hard work never did anyone any harm
Traditional English proverbial phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
harden someone's heart
to make someone less sympathetic or compassionate
hardy perennial
A person or issue that persists or recurs over a long period
harp on one string
To repeat or emphasize one idea or topic excessively
harp on the same string
To repeat or emphasize something excessively
has left the building
someone or something is no longer present
hash out
to discuss and work out details
hash slinger
a cook or food server, especially in a cheap restaurant
haste makes waste
Rushing leads to mistakes and loss
hat hair
hair that is flattened or messy from wearing a hat
hat in hand
showing respect or humility, often in a submissive manner
hatchet man
A person hired to carry out unpleasant tasks
hate is a strong word
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
hate someone's guts
To intensely dislike someone
haughty and high minded
Having or showing a superior attitude
haul ass
to leave quickly or hurry away
haul someone over the coals
to severely scold or criticize someone
have a bad time of it
Experience difficulties or hardships
have a ball
to enjoy oneself very much
have a bite
To try or experience something
have a bone to pick
have a disagreement or complaint to discuss
have a brick in one's hat
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a crack at
to try or attempt something
have a fable for
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a fine finger
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a finger in
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a fit
to become extremely angry or upset
have a gas
to enjoy oneself very much
have a good one
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a good time
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a good time of it
Enjoy a situation or experience
have a hand in
to be involved in something
have a handle on
To have control or understanding of something
have a hard time
Experience difficulty or struggle
have a hard time of it
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a head for
have a natural ability or talent for something
have a heart
Show sympathy or kindness
have a jag on
to go on a drinking spree
have a laugh
to enjoy oneself and have fun
have a mind of one's own
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a moment
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a mountain to climb
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a pair
to have two of something, especially testicles
have a poor time of it
Experience difficulties or hardships
have a quiet word
to speak privately with someone
have a rough time of it
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a say
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a seat
Sit down, usually as a sign of welcome or invitation
have a snootful
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a stab
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
have a tantrum
To have a sudden, uncontrolled outburst of anger or frustration
have a thin time of it
to experience difficulties or hardships
have a tiger by the tail
to control something powerful and difficult to manage
have a time
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
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