they've

[ theyv ]

1. contraction of they have.

they've

/ ðeɪv /

contraction of

1. they have

Usage Note

See contraction.

Example Sentences

Scientists at the University of Florida have developed a pioneering tool to bolster Florida's defenses against invasive species: a DNA-based environmental monitoring test that can pinpoint where they've been, aiding eradication efforts.

From Science Daily

Ever since Elon Musk and the rest of Trump's crack transition team gathered at Mar-a-Lago to plot his triumphant return to the White House in January, they've been throwing around threats and intimidating members of the House and Senate.

From Salon

"They've been going to some of the restaurants in the town every single night," said Bituon-Thomas.

From BBC

In a court filing, TikTok and ByteDance said that they’ve tried to work with the U.S. government’s Committee on Foreign Investment to address security concerns since 2019.

From Los Angeles Times

“They’ve got a lot of vet players on the line that have played a lot of ball,” Verse said.

From Los Angeles Times