have somebody/something taped
have (one) taped
To understand or know someone or something well and use that knowledge accordingly. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. I had you taped the minute you walked in here scowling. You're going to sit right here, in the front of the classroom.
See also: have, tape
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
have somebody/something ˈtaped
(British English, informal) understand somebody/something completely and have learned how to deal with them/it successfully: He can’t fool me — I’ve got him taped.See also: have, somebody, something, tape
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- have (one) taped
- have got something taped
- have someone or something taped
- get (someone or something) taped
- have the measure of (someone or something)
- have the measure of someone
- get the measure of
- get the measure of (someone or something)
- get/have/take the measure of somebody
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