Definitions

midway

[mid-wey, mid-wey] / ˈmɪdˈweɪ, ˈmɪdˌweɪ /

ADJECTIVE

middle

Synonyms

STRONGEST

halfway

STRONG

average center central inside intermediate mainstream mean median medium mezzo

WEAK

between betwixt and between centermost equidistant inner intervening medial mid middle-of-the-road middlemost midmost smack in the middle straddling the fence

Antonyms

STRONG

exterior extreme outside peripheral

Example Sentences

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China enters a busy week for economic data as investors assess the economy’s health midway through the year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 10, 2026

Sinner did not offer a break point until midway through the third set but dismissed the 39-year-old Djokovic's only opportunity with an ace before going on to win 6-4 6-4 6-4.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2026

The Sparks rode a 16-2 run midway through the second quarter to lead by as many as eight before the half.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2026

The momentum shifted midway through the third set as Bergs won six games in a row and raced to a 4-1 lead in the fourth.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

He left the midway, and I moved closer to the foot of the ride, pressing against others who, like me, watched the night sky while wearing an expression most people reserve for fireworks.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris

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