have (something) back

idiom

: to receive (something) that is returned or restored

If I lend you this book, can I have it back by next Tuesday?

How I wish I could have my youth back (again)!

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Hall took a leave of absence during November of 2023 to have back surgery, with his spot filled by longtime Elton John and former David Lee Roth bassist Matt Bissonette. —

Gary Graff, Billboard, 16 Dec. 2024 Like most seasons, there were gut punches (see: Ohio State and Oregon) with plenty of plays the team would love to have back. —

Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024 Most American city street grids have back alleys between buildings. —

The Upshot Staff, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024 With a part of the spine out of place, patients may have back stiffness, be unable to stand for more than a few minutes, or have trouble walking. —

Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for have (something) back

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