To have had (one's) chips In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "to have had (one's) chips", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2022-04-14 06:04

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Have had (one's) chips British verb phrase UK informal

Used in a situation in which you are defeated or killed.

Despite trying to keep our business alive, we have had our chips.

After struggling against the breast cancer for 3 years, her mother has had her chips.

Manchester United has had their chips in the first round of the tournament, which has disappointed their fans.

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Grammar and Usage of Have had (one's) chips

Verb Forms

  • have had (one's) chips
  • to have had (one's) chips
  • has had (one's) chips

The verb "have" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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(as) thick as mince

Extremely stupid

Example:

Did you follow his guide and take your mom's money? You are thick as mince.

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