Have had one too many
phrase
Drunk too much alcohol.
After the party, it was clear that John had had one too many.
Often appears as...
- clearly had one too many
- looks like he's had one too many
Usage tips
Colloquial, Idiomatic
phrase
Consumed too much of something.
I think I've had one too many cookies, I feel really full.
Often appears as...
- after having one too many
- had one too many cookies
phrase
Drunk too much alcohol.
After the party, it was clear that John had had one too many.
Often appears as...
- clearly had one too many
- looks like he's had one too many
Usage tips
Colloquial, Idiomatic
phrase
Consumed too much of something.
I think I've had one too many cookies, I feel really full.
Often appears as...
- after having one too many
- had one too many cookies
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Usage
Used mainly in informal settings among friends or at social events.
Dave won't remember tonight; he's had one too many.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Concern
Can imply worry for someone's well-being after drinking a lot.
You should get some water—you've clearly had one too many.
Pro Tip 3/3Euphemism
A polite way of indicating someone is drunk without saying it directly.
Let's grab a cab. Helen has had one too many.
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Usage
Used mainly in informal settings among friends or at social events.
Dave won't remember tonight; he's had one too many.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Concern
Can imply worry for someone's well-being after drinking a lot.
You should get some water—you've clearly had one too many.
Pro Tip 3/3Euphemism
A polite way of indicating someone is drunk without saying it directly.
Let's grab a cab. Helen has had one too many.
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Usage
Used mainly in informal settings among friends or at social events.
Dave won't remember tonight; he's had one too many.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Concern
Can imply worry for someone's well-being after drinking a lot.
You should get some water—you've clearly had one too many.
Pro Tip 3/3Euphemism
A polite way of indicating someone is drunk without saying it directly.
Let's grab a cab. Helen has had one too many.
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