What is another word for by halves?
Pronunciation: [ba͡ɪ hˈɑːvz] (IPA) 
The phrase "by halves" refers to an incomplete or inadequate effort or action. Synonyms for this phrase include "halfhearted" or "half-baked," both of which suggest a lack of commitment or dedication. Another option is "incomplete," which emphasizes the fact that something has not been fully done. "Partial" is another synonym that stresses a lack of completeness or fulness. "Unfinished" is a synonym that suggests something has not been completed or is incomplete, while "fragmentary" indicates that something has been broken up or divided. Ultimately, all of these synonyms convey the idea that something has been done incompletely or inadequately.
