Idiom: Have/has to do with ; Have/has nothing to do with (someone/something)

 

1. Have/has to do with

Meaning

  • To be connected with (someone or something) to the extent specified.
  • To have a relation or connection.
  • To be involved with someone or something.


Example Sentences

  • My question has to do with last week’s assignment.
  • His illness has a lot to do with his failing the exam.
  • John is denying it but he has do with that bribery scandal.
  • Your lack of confidence probably had a lot to do with your not getting the job.
  • The new tax reform has to do with saving the economy.
  • Phonetics has to do with the production of speech sounds.
  • My wife eats too much these days and I think it has to do with her pregnancy.


    2. Have nothing to do with

    Meaning

    • To not involve someone or something.
    • Have no contact or connection with.
    • Unrelated or irrelevant to someone or something. 
    • Absolutely no relations with someone or something.


    Example Sentences

    • This argument has nothing to do with me.
    • This lecture has nothing to do with your grades. I'm unhappy with your attitude lately.
    • Oh, I have nothing to do with him anymore, not since our fight.
    • He said that he had nothing to do with the decision.
    • Being able to deliver a speech well has nothing to do with being a good writer.
    • Can you name three things you enjoy that have nothing to do with your job?
    • Billy and his father have had nothing to do with each other for nearly twenty years.



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