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halfhearted

[haf-hahr-tid, hahf-] / ˈhæfˈhɑr tɪd, ˈhɑf- /


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It dismissed the "halfhearted contention" that the Fed governor had received due process.

From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026

Despite a halfhearted invocation of those words here, nearly every scene of the movie is a disappointment.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026

But this was halfhearted on Washington's part and ultimately proved unsuccessful.

From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2026

So far, no challengers have emerged, with Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.V., briefly signaling halfhearted interest before quickly pulling out.

From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2024

Down below, the crowd murmurs in halfhearted confusion as they continue making their way toward the exits, but it is quickly replaced by cheering again as they celebrate the game.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu


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