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half-day

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noun

  1. a day when one works only in the morning or only in the afternoon

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Alibaba made its announcement after the close of half-day trading in Hong Kong, which was shortened due to Lunar New Year’s Eve.

From Barron's

Alibaba made its announcement after the close of half-day trading in Hong Kong, which was shortened due to Lunar New Year’s Eve.

From Barron's

Hong Kong and Singapore closed after half-day sessions.

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A half-day lift ticket, which grants you access from noon until lifts close at 5 p.m., costs about $58, and you can rent a full set of gear for around $80.

From The Wall Street Journal

The London Stock Exchange be open for a half-day on New Year’s Eve, but will be shut on Jan. 1.

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