as in partially
in some measure or degree
a physiological process that is incompletely understood at the present time
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Adverb
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Consumer beauty, entailing Covergirl, Max Factor, Rimmel and more, saw net revenue drop 8% in the three months ended Dec. 31 on the back of declines in color cosmetics and body care, which were partially offset by growth in mass fragrance.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
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Before pouring in the cocktail, partially cover a martini glass rim in vanilla icing, then roll it in a combination of coconut flakes, grated carrot, brown sugar, and crushed nuts to top it off.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2025
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This raised garden bed stands waist high—at 33 inches, halfway between table height and counter height—ideal for gardening without bending or stooping.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Apr. 2025
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According to the study, participants’ attachment to their exes were only halfway dissolved after 4.18 years.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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This partly reflected expectations for slowing growth, but also served as a reminder of the traditional status of the American bond market as a haven for investors.—
Mark Landler,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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In summer, the shrub's partly matured growth known as semi-hardwood can also be cut for propagating. Propagating Hydrangeas from Stem Cuttings Mid-spring or early summer is the best time to take hydrangea cuttings.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Incompletely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incompletely. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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