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The phrase "as the first half" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to the initial portion of something, such as a text, a sequence, or a process.
Example: "In the analysis, we will focus on the themes presented as the first half of the novel."
Alternatives: "in the initial part" or "during the first segment".
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As the first half ended, James netted a 22-footer.
As the first half progressed, Iran took charge.
Harrison's feat came as the first half expired.
As the first half progressed, the Tar Heels were able to mount a few offensive attacks.
Now, it acts as the first half of the Diamond League finals.
There was no mercy by Alabama as the first half wound down.
Friedman said the second half of his quote was as important as the first half.
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The Chiefs were so dazed that they just stood by the line of scrimmage as the first-half clock expired.
As the first-half clock ticked down, it seemed the Redskins would head into the break with a shutout.
"I expected the good start to the second half as the first-half performance wasn't good enough," he said.
"They had to have the rocket at half-time as the first-half performance was nowhere near good enough, and it was justified by the second-half performance.
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