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to go halves
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to pay half of the expenses each
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Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "go halves" and when to use it?
The idiom "go halves" is derived from the practice of dividing something equally between two parties, with each party contributing an equal share. It is used to suggest that two individuals will divide the cost, responsibility, or benefits of something equally, each contributing an equal share.
Examples
Let's go halves on the dinner bill; it will be fair since we both had the same number of dishes.
Let's go halves with the bill; I'll pay for my share, and you pay for yours.
