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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a half point" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts such as scoring, grading, or measurements where a fractional value is relevant.
Example: "The final score was 89.5, which means she received a half point for her extra credit work."
Alternatives: "0.5 points" or "half a point".
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"That's going to be a half point or so, maybe a point".
The Bank of Canada reduced its benchmark rate by a half point yesterday.
A half point rise would represent the opening act of a tightening cycle in most cases.
MOST central banks change interest rates by a quarter point here or a half point there.
Brazil's central bank cut its key interest rate by a half point, to 14.25%.
A win is worth 1 point and a draw is worth a half point.
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Our trend estimate now gives Murray a two-and-a-half point lead (48.6% to 46.1%).
Some are tipping a half-point cut.
A draw is worth a half-point.
Markets expect a half-point cut by year-end.
At the end, Mamedyarov had a half-point advantage.
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