HAS Synonyms: 319 Similar and Opposite Words

has

verb

Definition of has

present tense third-person singular of have

as in owns

to keep, control, or experience as one's own my uncle has a sizable collection of black powder rifles

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as in accepts

to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly we decided that I would have the job of calling the volunteers on the phone she refused to have him as a husband

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as in produces

to bring forth from the womb her grandmother had 11 children

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as in deceives

to cause to believe what is untrue he'd been had —the painting was a fake, and he never saw the "art dealer" or his money again

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as in undergoes

to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it had a great time at the party had three operations on her leg

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as in allows

to give permission for or to approve of I will not have any more nonsense about a party in celebration of my retirement

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as in bribes

to influence someone with a bribe an upstanding judge who could not be had at any price

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as in holds

to keep in one's mind or heart I have never had an unkind thought for him do you have an opinion?

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of has In emergency decisions, by contrast, the president has a much stronger track record of wins. — Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2026 The pool has shallow areas for little ones to play in, and the Opium Spa offers treatments tailored to kids and teens. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 Skydance has no plans to divest any cable networks or merge its three TV studios — at least not yet. — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026 This business has risk built into it because risk comes from the consumer side. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026 Founded in 2005 by Danny Rogers and Jerome Borazio as St Jerome’s Laneway Festival, a one-day festival in Melbourne, Laneway has the enviable reputation as the place where punters can see the next hot act before everyone else. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026 The family also founded Sam’s Club, which has about 600 locations around the world. — Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2026 Opposites react Despite its drawbacks, the federal proposal to schedule 7-OH has some surprising supporters. — Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026 With phones, keys, multi-tools, flashlights, water bottles and charging cables, the modern trouser and jacket pocket has a tough job coping. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for has

Verb

The Upland resident owns Young’s Automotive in Covina, according to the statement, where he is accused of placing the cameras to record unsuspecting victims using the bathroom.

— Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026
The design now spans bracelets, earrings, rings, and watches, and is said to rank among the highest performing products in the Richemont group, which owns the maison.

— Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of owns

Verb

While some debt settlement companies require clients to owe at least $10,000 to qualify, FDR accepts consumers with unsecured debts totaling $7,500.

— Carson Brunson, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
Janet sacrifices her judgment of Martin and accepts his offering with an open heart.

— Via Scribner, Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of accepts

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Alexandra Magistro executive produces for Red Room Pictures alongside Topher Merrill and John Baden executive produce for Morgan Creek Entertainment.

— Tanya Fedak, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
The technique produces individual hydrogen atoms under mild conditions, addressing a long-standing challenge in preparing and using these reactive particles.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of produces

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The complaint also claims that the image deceives customers into thinking Lipa has endorsed the product and dilutes her brand identity.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 11 May 2026
The fragmentary Ni 12501 tablet from the Early Dynastic III period of Mesopotamia breaks off when Fox deceives the inhabitants of the netherworld in his quest to retrieve the storm god Ishkur.

— Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025

Definition of deceives

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The material then undergoes polymer processing and blending before being pelletized for film blowing at Weavabel’s production plant, where it can be made into new bags.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026
Desai’s transition comes as Meta undergoes a massive pivot, betting big on new artificial intelligence products and services for its enterprise customers.

— Samantha Subin,Chris Eudaily, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of undergoes

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The platform also allows Marriott to see what skills its employees have, their level of experience, and their career aspirations.

— Ted Kitterman, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
They’re drawn by its floor-to-ceiling windows and Hudson River views, plus the porte-cochere that allows discreet access to $500,000 parking spaces away from paparazzi and nosy neighbors.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of allows

Verb

Kismet handles local distribution and Cornerstone holds international sales.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
Defense holds players-only meeting On Monday, the defensive players held a players-only meeting to hash out any communication problems or issues with what has affected that side of the ball so far this season.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026