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Phrase(s): (I) don’t believe I’ve had the pleasure. Fig. an expression meaning I haven’t met you yet. • Tom: I’m Tom Thomas. I don’t believe I’ve had the pleasure. Bill: Hello. I’m Bill Franklin. Tom: Nice to meet you, Bill. Bill: Likewise. • Bob: Looks like rain. Fred: Sure does. Oh, I don’t believe I’ve had the pleasure. Bob: I’m Bob, Bob Jones. Fred: My name is Fred Wilson. Glad to meet you.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs