With only moderate enthusiasm, as in After his transfer he worked with half a heart, looking forward to early retirement. [Mid-1800s] For an antonym, see
with all one's heart.
half a heart, with
| Idioms: half a heart, with |
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| Boyd, A. H. K. (Quotes By) |
| feebly |
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