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                           Phrase(s): I’ve had a lovely time. [and] We’ve had a lovely time.  a polite expression said to a host or hostess on departure.  •  Bob: I’ve had a lovely time. Thanks for asking me. Fred: We’re just delighted you could come. Good night. Bob: Good night.  •  Sue: We’ve had a lovely time. Good night. Bill: Next time don’t stay away so long. Good night.
                           
                           
                           
                           
                        
    
                       
                    
                        
                        
                        
                    
 
                    
                        McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs