have
(someone) by the balls Vulgar Slang To have control over someone; have someone at one's mercy.
have
/take the bit in one's teeth To be uncontrollable; cast off restraint.
have
/keep an ear to the ground To be on the watch for new trends or information.
have
/keep (one's) fingers crossed To hope for a successful or advantageous outcome.
have
/keep (one's) nose to the grindstone To work hard and steadily.
have
/have got it all over To be much better than (someone) at a particular endeavor.
have
/have got it in for To act in a hostile manner toward or intend to harm (someone), especially because of a grudge.
have
/have got it in (one) To have the capacity or disposition to (to do something).
have
/have got nothing on (someone)1. To fail to be equal or superior to (someone) in a particular way.
2. To know or be able to prove information regarding (someone).
have
/have got (someone's) back To protect or shield someone from harm, loss, or danger.
have
/take pity on To show compassion for.
have
/speak with a forked tongue To speak deceitfully; prevaricate or lie.
have
/keep (one's) wits about (one) To remain alert or calm, especially in a crisis.
have
/take a whack at Informal To try out; attempt.