| 释义 |
have half a notion to (do something) have half a notion to (do something)To have an inclination or intention that is moderate, irresolute, or indefinite (but often one that was motivated by a specific unpleasant experience). My flight home was so terrible, I have half a notion to write a letter to the airline company and complain. We set out on the road with only half a notion as to where we would go!See also: half, have, notionhave half a notion to do something and have half a mind to do somethingFig. to have almost decided to do something, especially something unpleasant. I have half a mind to go off and leave you here. The cook had half a notion to serve cold chicken.See also: half, have, notion |