half-arsed
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Jones makes a half-arsed clearing header, and is thankful that Hoilett’s attempt to latch onto the loose ball and move towards the area is similarly clumsy.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 22, 2018
Survivors must be believed without our personal lives being picked apart as part of vindictive, half-arsed “investigations”.
From The Guardian ● Nov. 13, 2017
Indeed, having perviously seen choreographer Anthony Burrell utter very similar words about Mariah on her reality show, I am highly disappointed to find him now suggesting she’s a bit … well, half-arsed about her choreography.
From The Guardian ● Aug. 10, 2017
"The big four want a medal. No one is gonna give it a half-arsed effort. Gold is a gold," adds Mike.
From Reuters ● Jul. 23, 2016
I Am the Resurrection and Hand in Glove notwithstanding, when indie bands show off, it's often a bit half-arsed.
From The Guardian ● Feb. 24, 2011
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