half measure

noun

1. (often plural) an inadequate measure

Example Sentences

They cited concern about the amount of borrowing against Tesla stock by Musk and other directors and a half measure the board took in response to a shareholder proposal for annual director elections that got majority support in 2021.

From Seattle Times

Banning right turns on red seems like a half measure to me.

From Seattle Times

He did not say what type of surgery had been performed, describing it as a “half measure.”

From Los Angeles Times

Labour described it as a "half measure" after "years of soaring fares".

From BBC

They are still just a half measure.

From Seattle Times

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