Meanings
How to pronounce "by halves":
AU
Partially, incompletely; inadequately, halfheartedly, shoddily.
Example Sentences
1
She never does anything by halves; she always puts in her best efforts.
2
He doesn't believe in doing things by halves, so he always gives his 100%.
3
The chef doesn't cook by halves; he uses only the finest ingredients in his dishes.
4
She tackled the project by halves, only completing half of the required work.
5
He tends to apologize by halves, never fully acknowledging his mistakes.
