"Half-hour" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Half-hour" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Half-hour" Meaning

Half-hour is a unit of time that is equal to 30 minutes.

"Half-hour" Examples

Usage Examples for "Half-Hour"


I need to get to the meeting 15 minutes early, so I'll leave in half an hour. (#Time Management)
If you want to finish this task, you'll need to work for half an hour more before the deadline. (#Productivity)
I'm going to the gym for half an hour every morning to get some exercise. (#Fitness)
We have to wait half an hour before the concert starts. (#Event Planning)
Instead of watching TV, I'm going to read a book for half an hour before bed. (#Habit Formation)

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Half-breed refers to a person who is the offspring of two parents from different racial or ethnic groups, often associated with issues of identity, heritage, and social acceptance. The term is often used to describe individuals who are of mixed parentage, such as someone with a white parent and a parent of color, or between two different cultures or ethnicities.

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Half-hearted refers to something that is not done with complete enthusiasm or commitment. It can describe an effort that is lacking in energy, passion, or sincerity.

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