at half strength
phrase
: with half the usual number of people in a group, army, team, etc.
With so many out sick, we're only at half strength today.
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Use balanced 20-20-20 fertilizer at half strength weekly, repot in fresh medium during active growth, and avoid direct sunlight.
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Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2026
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Leanne Potts,
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“At half strength.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20half%20strength. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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