Phrase guide

the half of it

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

Only a part of something; not the full picture. Typically it is implied to be the most important part.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, informal

Examples

  • A: I think something's up with So-and-So. He's been acting a little weird lately. B: You don't know the half of it!

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Translations

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  • Italian: una parte della storia — only a part of something