Meaning & use

halftime

noun·Everyday

The break between the two halves of a sports game, such as soccer, football, or basketball.

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The band performed a lively show during halftime at the football game.

The coach used halftime to adjust the team's defensive strategy.

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Halftime is written as one word in American English, unlike 'half time' in some other varieties of English.

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