halfhearted
Example Sentences
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But this was halfhearted on Washington's part and ultimately proved unsuccessful.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
The result is a halfhearted “Sell America” trade that reflects a desire to hedge U.S. exposure rather than eliminate it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
A few brief, halfhearted laughs gave way to stale air, where the jest hung heavily as the group took mental stock of my presence.
From Salon • Sep. 11, 2024
Mr. Rubiales initially offered a halfhearted apology for his behavior.
From New York Times • Jan. 25, 2024
Eventually, she admitted to taking the money and made a halfhearted apology to me.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
Vocabulary lists containing halfhearted
