half-formed

Example Sentences

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We see some guileless part of ourselves within him — a half-formed reflection in his goldfish Dorothy’s fishbowl that’s been crusted over by the steady gnawing of time.

From Salon • Feb. 3, 2024

But still only half-formed, it is off to a shaky start.

From New York Times • Jan. 16, 2024

He already had a half-formed idea about a woman who rented out her home to film crews.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2023

Sondheim waved to the crowd and momentarily pulled down his mask to reveal his characteristic half-formed smile.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 16, 2021

Several times he wet his lips to speak and each time the word remained half-formed and silent in his mouth.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers