halfheartedly
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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“Would anyone like to be quizzed on Latin verbs?” she asked halfheartedly.
From Literature
But the filmmakers only halfheartedly commit to exploring these emotions, reducing her feelings to a plot twist inserted to supply a bit of conflict.
From Los Angeles Times
Though he halfheartedly tried dating apps, and would have welcomed a relationship if it developed naturally, pursuing love didn’t seem worth the effort.
From New York Times
As whistles blew, Williams halfheartedly threw the ball to the ground.
From Los Angeles Times
When Djokovic halfheartedly pushed a forehand return long to end the second set, the match was 1 hour, 33 minutes old, and everything was going Djere’s way.
From Washington Times
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