Idiom idiom
have time for sth
Meaning
To have enough free time to do something. It's often used in the negative to say you are too busy.
Examples
“I do not have time for a long lunch today.”
“She is so busy with her new project that she does not have time for hobbies.”
“Although he recognized the importance of the proposal, he simply did not have time for such a complex task during the busy fiscal quarter.”
Last updated April 22, 2026