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Difference between Have no time for something and Have time for something

have no time for something

1. be unable to use a period of time for smth.:

  • Unfortunately, he was very busy and had no time for a chat.

2. (coll.) have no respect or admiration for smth.:

  • I never had much time, to use an effective colloquialism, for the list of “the best hundred books.”

3. (coll.) have no patience with smth.; be unable to put up with smth.:

  • She had no time for such stupid questions. She had a mission to accomplish.

have time for somethingbe able to use a period of time for smth.:

  • He is extremely approachable and always has time for a friendly chat.