noun
- plural of halftime; the intervals between two halves of a sports game, especially football or basketball
Usage: sports
Examples
- The coach gave different speeches during both halftimes of the doubleheader.
- The marching band performed during the halftimes of all three games.
- Players used the halftimes to rest and strategize.
- Television networks often show commercials during halftimes.
- The team’s performance improved after both halftimes.
- Halftimes in professional games typically last fifteen minutes.