half
heartedly
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in a way that shows little enthusiasm, energy, or commitment
- She half-heartedly agreed to join the group, clearly uninterested.
- He apologized half-heartedly, avoiding eye contact the whole time.
- They clapped half-heartedly at the end of the dull performance.
- He half-heartedly studied for the test and ended up failing.
- She smiled half-heartedly, still distracted by the bad news.
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