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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

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

He made a few halfhearted forays after small creatures that crossed his path, but they easily evaded him.

From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks




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