have at

verb

1. archaic.
   intr, preposition to make an opening attack on, esp in fencing

Idioms and Phrases

Attack; also, make an attempt at. For example, Urging the dog on, he said , “ Go on, Rover, have at him ,” or It's time to have at straightening out these files . [Late 1300s]

Example Sentences

The flock of allied politicians — and Delaware Representative-elect Sarah McBride becoming the first openly transgender person elected to Congress — offers some comfort in the face of a second Trump term, he said, and the organization's priority is to "enshrine what rights we have at this moment in time."

From Salon

"Nearly all members of boybands it seems have at some point a mental breakdown," he said.

From BBC

Italy also offers a digital nomad visa, though applicants must be able to prove they have at least $31,000 in savings.

From Salon

You’ll also need to have at least 1,270 Euro, or $1,341, on hand to demonstrate your ability to support yourself in the UK.

From Salon

Republicans have at least 52 seats in the Senate.

From NewsForKids.net

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