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as in parts
one of two equal or nearly equal parts
to be fair, we should each get half the pie
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as in matches
either of a pair matched in one or more qualities
it's the bottom half of the ninth inning, and the Yankees are up at bat
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as in quarters
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Recent Examples of halves
David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
Divided by the majestic Danube River, Budapest is a city of two halves, each with its own distinct character.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Place 1 slice of ham and a half slice of both Swiss and Gruyère cheese on bottom halves of each croissant.
—Julia Levy, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
But Stiller liked pausing on the precipice of the perverse love triangle—or quadrangle—of Mark torn by two halves of his consciousness toward two women.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
The tale of two halves against the New Orleans Saints may tell the remainder of the 2024 Washington Commanders’ story.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
Simply place cleaned halves on a microwave-safe plate, season as desired, cover with a paper towel, and microwave on HIGH until fork tender, about 15 minutes (this will vary depending on the size of the squash).
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
Rub the surface of your pots with lemon halves dipped in salt or use a soft sponge to rub the salt sprinkled over lemon juice.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
After planting, position the top of the mini greenhouse back on its base and adhere the two halves together with duct tape.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
Noun
The Sooners' 2024 season has been a tale of two halves.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
Divided by the majestic Danube River, Budapest is a city of two halves, each with its own distinct character.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Place 1 slice of ham and a half slice of both Swiss and Gruyère cheese on bottom halves of each croissant.
—Julia Levy, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
But Stiller liked pausing on the precipice of the perverse love triangle—or quadrangle—of Mark torn by two halves of his consciousness toward two women.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
The tale of two halves against the New Orleans Saints may tell the remainder of the 2024 Washington Commanders’ story.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
Simply place cleaned halves on a microwave-safe plate, season as desired, cover with a paper towel, and microwave on HIGH until fork tender, about 15 minutes (this will vary depending on the size of the squash).
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
Rub the surface of your pots with lemon halves dipped in salt or use a soft sponge to rub the salt sprinkled over lemon juice.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
After planting, position the top of the mini greenhouse back on its base and adhere the two halves together with duct tape.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for halves
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Nick Cannon opened up his New Jersey mansion for a tour — with help from his and Mariah Carey’s twins, Moroccan and Monroe Cannon.Brian Anthony Hernandez, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
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The twins, who were born prematurely, remain in the NICU at Utah Valley Hospital, but are expected to be home later this month.Angel Saunders, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
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But Wyman noted that our current moment shares a lot of similarities with the Weimar era.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
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Playoff team expansion and first-round byes are among the latest changes that bear similarities to the NFL structure.Mark LaSota, Ph.D., Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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What separates the most successful retailers from those that go bankrupt?Peter Cohan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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The two teams meet Friday, and the betting spread separates them by only a few points — with OU as the close favorite.Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Halves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/halves. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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