have had enough

Idioms and Phrases

Want no more of something, as in I've had enough of their quarreling . This phrase uses enough in the sense of “an adequate amount,” which is intended ironically to mean “a more than sufficient amount.” [c. 1700] For synonyms, see fed to the gills ; have had it , def. 1.

Example Sentences

For those close to the front lines who have had enough of Russian aggression, Trump is seen as a route to respite.

From BBC

The nerds have had enough courses, it's time for us to feast now.

From Salon

“I believe Trump brought a lot of this out. I know this is Texas, but I’m not a Bush fan. Trump is blunt and he speaks volumes. People have had enough of the establishment. I have to believe the hand of God works in everyone.”

From Los Angeles Times

If you are in the south of the United Kingdom, you may feel like you have had enough of the rain by the weekend.

From BBC

He also compared Mr Maduro's intelligence to that of a donkey and said "the people of Venezuela have had enough of this clown".

From BBC

Related Words

• annoy
• bore
• depress
• dishearten
• exasperate
• exhaust
• fade
• irk
• tire