have a time

have a time  {v. phr.},  {informal}

1. Иметь неприятности; находиться в затруднительном положении.

Poor Susan had a time trying to get the children to go to bed.

John had a time passing his math course.

2. Хорошо проводить время; развлекаться. — Используется с возвратным местоимением.

Bob had himself a time going to every night club in town.

Mary had herself a time dancing at the party.

Син.: HAVE A BALL.