halfhearted
Example Sentences
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It dismissed the "halfhearted contention" that the Fed governor had received due process.
From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026
But this was halfhearted on Washington's part and ultimately proved unsuccessful.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2026
Spilled pencils, overturned books and a crumbled cookie lay strewn about on her bedroom floor, halfhearted attempts to break up the monotony.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 23, 2026
The governor’s press office posted a notice suggesting that Musk’s departures from California were only halfhearted.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2024
Samir took a few halfhearted steps in chase, but the camel surprised everyone with its sudden vigor.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
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