Not having any Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Common Phrases Often used with luck, money, time to express the absence of these aspects in someone's life. She's not having any success with her art. Pro Tip 2/3Expressing Frustration Can imply frustration or difficulty when efforts don't lead to expected outcomes. They're not having any progress on the project. Pro Tip 3/3Emphasizing Zero Emphasizes the complete lack of something, not just a shortage. He's not having any say in the decision.