have (the) time
idiomDefinition of have (the) time
1
: to be able to use an amount of time required for a particular purpose
"Can you go to the store for me?" "I'm sorry, but I don't have time." We're on a deadline, but he acts like we have all the time in the world!
—often followed by to + verb Do you have time to look this over for me?I don't have the time to talk right now. —often + for We've got time for a few more questions.I don't have the time or patience for this.
2
: to like or be willing to spend time dealing with (something or someone)
—usually + for I have no time for liars.(British) We have a lot of time for her.