halfhearted
Example Sentences
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It dismissed the "halfhearted contention" that the Fed governor had received due process.
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
Despite a halfhearted invocation of those words here, nearly every scene of the movie is a disappointment.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
But this was halfhearted on Washington's part and ultimately proved unsuccessful.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 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
George wasn’t sure whether their halfhearted sorrys were meant for her, Ms. Udell, or Charlotte.
From "George" by Alex Gino
Vocabulary lists containing halfhearted
