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[have a word
with] {v. phr.} 1. To talk, discuss, or speak brieflywith.
Robert, I need to
have a word with you about tomorrow'sexam.
2. To engage in a sincere discussion
with the purpose ofpersuading the other person or let him or her know of
one'sdissatisfaction.
Our boss has been making funny decisions lately; Ithink
we ought to have a word with him.
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