have a minute/moment/second
idiom
: have a short period of time available (for something)
Do you have a minute/moment/second? I have a few things I'd like to discuss with you.
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Chris Sims, IndyStar, 22 July 2025
For example, testing related to forever chemicals and Orange County health is about to have a moment.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 20 July 2025
This allows these synthetic materials to have a second life and offers a more accessible price point without compromising on intention.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 11 July 2025
The House of Representatives will now have a second vote on a reconciled version of the bill in the coming days.
—Michael Wilner, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2025
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Chris Sims, IndyStar, 22 July 2025
For example, testing related to forever chemicals and Orange County health is about to have a moment.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 20 July 2025
This allows these synthetic materials to have a second life and offers a more accessible price point without compromising on intention.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 11 July 2025
The House of Representatives will now have a second vote on a reconciled version of the bill in the coming days.
—Michael Wilner, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2025
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“Have a minute/moment/second.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%20a%20minute%2Fmoment%2Fsecond. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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