have work done

have work done

euphemism To undergo cosmetic surgery. You look fantastic—did you have work done? You know she had work done, right? Just a brow lift, but still—what a difference!
See also: done, have, work
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • no time like the present
  • no time like the present, there's
  • there's no time like the present
  • that's better
  • be done to a turn
  • done to a turn
  • good as done
  • good as done, as
  • as good as done
  • done and done
References in periodicals archive
POLICE were reminding families on Tyneside to be cautious when agreeing to have work done to their homes.
Rogue trader warning
THE team at Trading Standards in Birmingham regularly receive complaints about rogue traders who call at people's homes, uninvited, and try to either sell them something or persuade them to have work done on their house.
Tackling the rogue traders; This column brings you the latest consumer news and advice. Here, JACQUI KENNEDY, head of Regulatory Services at Birmingham City Council, dishes out top tips to avoid being ripped-off by rogue traders who target people on their own doorsteps
"If they do decide to have work done, they should remember any traders who cold call at their home must provide paperwork letting them cancel.
PENSIONER TARGETED BY COWBOYS
He believes residents should stop agreeing to have work done by law-flouting travellers, or cowboy builders.
It's zero tolerance against travellers
ALL ABOUT TRUST: The aim of the Quality Mark Scheme is to give reputable tradesmen the opportunity to separate themselves from the cowboys, giving consumers much needed peace of mind when they have work done on their homes.
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