halves

American  

[havz, hahvz] / hævz, hɑvz /

noun

1. plural of half.

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idioms

1. by halves,

   1. incompletely or partially.

      to do things by halves.

   2. halfheartedly.

      better not at all than by halves.

2. go halves, to share equally; divide evenly.

halves More Idioms  

1. see by halves; go halves. Also see under half.

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Example Sentences

Secular and Christian popular culture swim in opposing halves of divided entertainment waters, despite broadcast TV’s lengthy history of featuring Christian-leaning shows.

From Salon

But having witnessed what he described as "one of the best" first halves of football from his side, which saw them lead 2-0 at the break, he admitted he enjoyed himself.

From BBC

Games in the six-a-side football competition take place across two fast-paced 15-minute halves and include twists on traditional rules, such as a lack of corners.

From BBC

“She is the one who convinced me that ‘doing things by halves’ was ‘not necessarily the best way to approach it.”

From Los Angeles Times

In his big hands were the two halves of the plank across the ditch.

From Literature

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