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Idiom idiom

have a moment


To reach a high level of popularity during a specific time.

Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.


SIMPLE

Wide-leg jeans are having a moment right now.

CONTEXTUAL

Vintage film cameras are having a moment, so you can find them everywhere online.

COMPLEX

While minimalist design has dominated the industry for years, maximalist patterns are finally having a moment in high fashion.


Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    aha moment

    The moment or instant at which the solution to a problem, or some other significant realization, becomes clear.

  2. 02

    at any given moment

    At any point in time.

  3. 03

    eureka moment

    The moment of a sudden unexpected discovery.

  4. 04

    Hallmark moment

    A memorable moment or event, one which would either make for or call for a poignant greeting card.

  5. 05

    have its moments

    To experience brief periods of distinction, especially in contrast with the status quo.

  6. 06

    have one's moments

    To experience brief periods of distinction, especially in contrast with the status quo.

  7. 07

    Hollywood moment

    A moment of great drama or sentimentality, suggesting the climax of a film.

  8. 08

    light-bulb moment

    A moment of enlightenment, inspiration or sudden realization.

Last updated August 10, 2026