Sentence examples for have a word from inspiring English sources
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"have a word" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to suggest to someone that they need to speak to someone else, usually about a particular subject. For example, "I think you should have a word with John about his recent behaviour."
Dictionary
have a word
verb
To speak to someone in private, often with a negative implication.
- I think we should have a word.
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