halve
verb (used with object)
to divide into two equal parts.
halving
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present participleof halve.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Megacap IPOs often experience sharp pullbacks after initial surges, as seen with Cerebras Systems halving from $400 to $200.
From Barron's ● Jun. 13, 2026
Microsoft launches a new quantum chip, claiming it is 1,000 times more reliable and halving its scalable quantum computer timeline to 2029.
From Barron's ● Jun. 3, 2026
In all Rahm has played 17 matches, winning nine, losing five and halving three.
From BBC ● May 5, 2026
Overall, the LEI fell by 1% over the six months between September 2025 and March 2026, more than halving the rate of decline of its 2.1% contraction over the previous six-month period, the survey said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
I make my way back to him, halving the distance between me and the fire.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
