halftimes

Mid-match rest periods

Halftimes is the plural of halftime, the interval between the two halves of a sporting event.

The word appears when discussing multiple games or comparing intermissions: Halftimes at professional football games have become elaborate entertainment spectacles.

Also refers to the entertainment or activities during these breaks: The marching band performs at halftimes.

sports

football

Field sport with goals

hockey · matches · games · quarters · periods · scores · leads · deficits · momentum · adjustments

intermission

breaks

Splits or pauses

entertainment · performances · marching bands · cheerleaders · dancers · mascots · sponsors · advertisements · commercials · announcements

spectacle

shows

Presents or broadcasts

concerts · performers · musicians · celebrities · choreography · formations · props · flags · banners · inflatables

Opposites
game temporal structure

halftimesactive play

Movement-based recreation

gameplay · game time · playing time · live action · halves

game division format

halftimesquarters

Assigned living accommodations

periods · thirds · overtimes · playing time · game time

Phrases
Family

halftime

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Known to kids · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G