Phrase guide

on the half hour

prep_phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Meaning 1

Happening hourly, but at 30 minutes past each hour; ie, 08:30, 09:30 etc.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Trains leave here for New York every hour on the half hour.

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Meaning 2

Happening on the hour and at 30 minutes after the hour.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning 3

At thirty minutes into a half.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, lifestyle, soccer, sports

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