half a dozen

phrase

: six

half a dozen eggs

Examples of half a dozen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Compass is embroiled in more than half a dozen lawsuits with state and local Multiple Listing Services (MLS) involving listing rules and antitrust claims. — Diana Olick, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2026

The two candidates emerged from a large primary field with half a dozen prominent Democrats and two notable Republicans. — ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026

Michael Rajner, another Democratic activist, said he’s seen Jolly speak half a dozen times, and declared it by far the candidate’s best speech. — Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026

Drivers must judge gaps in traffic, monitor pedestrians, watch for vehicles approaching from multiple directions, and maneuver a vehicle that can be as long as half a dozen cars. — New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026