half a mind

Idioms  

1. An inclination that is not definite or resolute. For example, I've half a mind to drop the course, or He went out with half a mind to walk all the way there. [First half of 1700s] Also see have a good mind to.

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Example Sentences

She had half a mind to turn and fly out of the theater and never look back.

From Literature

Culkin himself had interest in purchasing it at one point, telling The New York Times: “I had half a mind to buy it—just for giggles.”

From MarketWatch

As they walk through the Mexican capital, they admit to having half a mind to resettle here one day.

From BBC

“I’ve half a mind to bottle those up,” said Birdie.

From Literature

She had half a mind to resent; but an instant’s observation convinced her that it was really said only to relieve his own feelings, and not meant to provoke; and therefore she let it pass.

From Literature