have done

phrase

: finish, stop
wish you would have done before I go mad

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What Rachel and Floriana have done is built something really rare. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026 The threat that the Houthis could bring another critical maritime chokepoint to a standstill, much like Iran has done with the Strait of Hormuz, could give Tehran significant leverage in its negotiations with Washington. — Olivia-Anne Cleary, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 Best Iowa Sportsbooks and Betting Apps We have done the work of compiling a list of some of the most popular sports betting apps in Iowa. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026 Councilman Michael Diaz, who represents the district where the station will be built, acknowledged the city could have done a better job informing nearby residents. — Monique John, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for have done

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of have done was in the 14th century

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“Have done.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%20done. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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