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had better

 
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better
part of speech: phrase
definition: used to state that a certain action is strongly advised and, often, to express that if one does not do the action that is specified, there will be negative consequences (sometimes used in warnings and threats).
You had better leave now, or you won't get to the airport in time.I'd better call my wife, or she'll be worried.You had better give back the money, or I'll report you to the police.We'd better take our umbrellas in case it rains.
similar words:
ought, should