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halfhearted

[haf-hahr-tid, hahf-] / ˈhæfˈhɑr tɪd, ˈhɑf- /


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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

So far, no challengers have emerged, with Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.V., briefly signaling halfhearted interest before quickly pulling out.

From Salon • Jul. 22, 2024

Mr. Rubiales initially offered a halfhearted apology for his behavior.

From New York Times • Jan. 25, 2024

Uncle Chester had made a stab at it, but a halfhearted stab.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson




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