other half

noun

1. the people of an economic class clearly different from one's own or from that to which reference is being made.

   a glimpse of how the other half lives.

2. Informal.,  one's spouse.

Example Sentences

About half of the gain came from a P/E multiple expansion, while the other half came from earnings growth.

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"Half my clients really notice a huge difference - their skin feels more hydrated, healthier, younger - while the other half don't see such a big change. But their skin does tend to feel tighter and fresher."

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In the other half of the draw, Spain face the Czech Republic before Argentina play Germany on Thursday.

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The other half received an email saying, “If you like our product, please leave a 5-star review, which will be displayed on our website.”

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The other half was asked to leave a positive review only.

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Related Words

• bride 
• companion 
• partner 
• roommate 
• spouse