halfhearted

Example Sentences

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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

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

By halftime, with the Bruins trailing Lafayette by three points, a few boos filled a half-empty Pauley Pavilion that served as a fitting backdrop for a halfhearted effort.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2023

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