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as in part
one of two equal or nearly equal parts
to be fair, we should each get half the pie
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as in match
either of a pair matched in one or more qualities
it's the bottom half of the ninth inning, and the Yankees are up at bat
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as in incomplete
lacking some necessary part
half measures that did nothing but prolong the problem
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as in halfway
in some measure or degree
what you said is only half true
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Recent Examples of half
Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
Richard then had 13 in the second half of a 77-75 come-from-behind win highlighted by Clayton’s clutch play in the final minutes.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2025
Marcelo Gracietti, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Officials say the project will include reinforcing Hagia Sophia’s main dome and half domes, replacing the worn lead coverings and upgrading the steel framework while worship continues uninterrupted in the mosque.
—Robert Badendieck and Mehmet Guzel, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Philipp Lahm, New York Times, 6 June 2025
That force was another deer lying half hidden in a sparse clump of evergreen scrub.
—Jim Carmichel, Outdoor Life, 5 June 2025
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Noun
The second half of the season should provide clues as to which members of the core will be keepers for when the rebuild can turn the corner.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
Richard then had 13 in the second half of a 77-75 come-from-behind win highlighted by Clayton’s clutch play in the final minutes.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2025
Adjective
Faster launches—sometimes by half—matter when markets move quickly.
—Marcelo Gracietti, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Officials say the project will include reinforcing Hagia Sophia’s main dome and half domes, replacing the worn lead coverings and upgrading the steel framework while worship continues uninterrupted in the mosque.
—Robert Badendieck and Mehmet Guzel, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Adverb
Everything has to be centred on them, perhaps with a flexible back three with three attacking midfielders: Havertz as a false nine, Musiala half left, Wirtz half right.
—Philipp Lahm, New York Times, 6 June 2025
That force was another deer lying half hidden in a sparse clump of evergreen scrub.
—Jim Carmichel, Outdoor Life, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for half
Noun
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This is part of the wider collaboration between BWPC and the league.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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For Sheehan, such dry tosses are part of his normal pre-start routine.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Nicholas Watson, libero, Suncoast senior: Led the Chargers to 23 wins, district title and Class 2A state semifinal appearance; recorded 357 digs, 73 assists and 25 aces; had 36 digs in a match; registered 23 digs in regional final win.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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Moments later, Dave Roberts and Mike Shildt were face-to-face on the field, engaged in a shouting match that caused both benches to empty in a heated melee behind home plate.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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The satellite images provide data on the chlorophyll production at the surface, but the picture is still incomplete, the researchers said.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
19 June 2025
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Focusing purely on career advancement or compensation is an incomplete approach for forward-thinking organizations.—
Chris Westfall,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
Adverb
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Reports insisted that the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling was a blow to ‘transgender rights,’ without ever adequately explaining — or justifying — the term.—
Becket Adams,
National Review,
22 June 2025
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Brit greets everyone, including Kelli, who opts for the ever-mature silent treatment.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
22 June 2025
Adverb
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The United States flew halfway around the world, right into the heart of Iran, over their most sensitive locations.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 June 2025
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For three tests between June and November 2024, Starship flew halfway around the world before reentering Earth's atmosphere and splashing down as planned in the Indian Ocean.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
Noun
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The chapter’s first section responds to a tendency in Harry Potter studies to interpret the series as if its version of magic portrays a profoundly different and salutary alternative to Muggle technology.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 June 2025
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Democrats, who are making arguments before the parliamentarian to slash key sections of the bill, called the ruling a win.—
Claudia Grisales,
NPR,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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This is why President Trump’s reaction to the commitment by NATO members at their recent summit to more than double their defense-spending target is welcome, even if a partial opt-out for Spain is not.—
The Editors,
National Review,
27 June 2025
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While a partial Trump win on nationwide injunctions, challenges can continue.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
27 June 2025
Adverb
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One caveat that Schulz points out on that data: the state tip rankings are based on the percentage of spending on tips at all places where food is purchased.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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Advertisement Drivers are calibrated to win at all costs.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
27 June 2025
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“Half.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/half. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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