in half

Example Sentences

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She voted for the budget last year after council members cut in half the amount of police hiring sought by Bass.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Merz’s government cut 2026 economic growth expectations in half, to 0.5%.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

While the stock surged to a high of $138 in 2021, its value has been cut roughly in half since.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

Cut a ball in half for some hands-on learning.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

He broke it in half and offered her a piece.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty