wave half-heartedly

Frequency: 5.82.1 per million words

to wave without enthusiasm

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Examples (10)

  • She waved half-heartedly at her departing guests.
  • He waved half-heartedly from the train window, clearly upset about leaving.
  • The tired athlete waved half-heartedly to the crowd after the disappointing loss.
  • I waved half-heartedly at my colleague across the street, not really in the mood to chat.
  • The children waved half-heartedly at their parents, more interested in their video games.
  • She waved half-heartedly when she saw him, still annoyed from their earlier argument.
  • The employee waved half-heartedly at the camera during the video call, distracted by other work.
  • He waved half-heartedly as he left the party early, clearly not enjoying himself.
  • They waved half-heartedly at the passing parade, underwhelmed by the performance.
  • The student waved half-heartedly at the teacher, reluctant to acknowledge the homework reminder.