have (something) going for (one)

have (something) going for (one)

To have something that is favorable, beneficial, or advantageous to one. Well, I gained a lot of experience in IT from my last job, so at least I have that going for me. I know the job market is pretty treacherous at the moment, but I have a few things going for me that should help me find the right career.
See also: going, have
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

have going for one

Have in one's favor or of benefit to one. For example, They have enough going for them that their new store should be a success, or Mary is very talented; she has a lot going for her. [Mid-1900s] Also see have a good thing going.
See also: going, have, one
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

have — going for you

have a specified factor or factors in your favour. informal
1997 Marian Keyes Rachel's Holiday All we really had going for us was our hair; mine was long and dark and hers was long and blonde.
See also: going, have
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have a lot, something, nothing, etc. ˈgoing for you

have many, some, no, etc. achievements, skills, advantages, etc: As the very intelligent daughter of rich parents, she’s got a lot going for her. No job, no qualifications, nowhere to live. He doesn’t have much going for him, does he?
See also: going, have
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See also:
  • have a lot, something, nothing, etc. going for you
  • have going for one
  • have going for you
  • have nothing going for (someone or something)
  • have a lot going
  • have a lot going for (one)
  • offer for (one) to (do something)
  • to windward of
  • to windward of (something)
  • windward