have it coming

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Verb have it coming has 1 sense

have it coming - deserve (either good or bad); "It's too bad he got fired, but he sure had it coming"
--₁ is one way to deserve, merit
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Term: have it coming

Definition:

The phrase "have it coming" means to deserve or be deserving of something, especially negative consequences, as a result of one's actions or behavior.

Part of Speech:

Phrasal verb

Senses:

1. To deserve punishment or negative consequences.

2. To merit a particular outcome or treatment due to actions or behavior.

Usage:

1. He constantly teased his colleagues, so he had it coming when they played a prank on him.

2. Sarah didn't study for the exam, so she had it coming when she received a failing grade.

3. The company mistreated its employees, and now they had it coming with a massive strike.

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