half a loaf

half a loaf

Less than what is desired. This is the abbreviated version of the phrase "half a loaf is better than none." I know they're offering you less money than you'd hoped for, but it's a good job, so I think you should accept half a loaf.
See also: half, loaf
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

half a loaf

not as much as you want but better than nothing.
This phrase alludes to the proverb half a loaf is better than no bread , which has been in use since the mid 16th century.
See also: half, loaf
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • loaf
  • half a loaf is better than no bread
  • half a loaf is better than no loaf
  • half a loaf is better than none
  • half a loaf is better than none/no bread
  • much less
  • even/much/still less
  • under (someone's or something's) shadow
  • take the path less traveled
  • traveled
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