1
of grammatical number
: denoting reference to two
a dual pronoun
2
a
: consisting of two parts or elements or having two like parts : double
families with dual incomes
held dual citizenship in France and the U.S.
a dual function
a dual exhaust system
b
: having a double character or nature
1
linguistics
: the dual (see dual entry 1 sense 1) number of a language
2
linguistics
: a linguistic form in the dual
Synonyms
Examples of dual in a Sentence
Adjective
the dual purpose of the study
She pursued dual careers in music and acting.
Recent Examples on the Web
Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, in his dual role as Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, has ridden point on the turbulent negotiations that so far have produced a weeklong cease-fire and the release of more than 100 hostages.
—Karl Vick, TIME, 17 Apr. 2024
In the post, Hackett explained his abrupt departure from the Saturday show, which was part of his dual Genesis Revisited 2024 North America and Foxtrot at 50 tours.
—Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
Coronel, a former beauty queen and dual U.S.-Mexico citizen, was sentenced to 36 months in prison and four years of supervised release following her 2021 arrest for helping run his multi-million dollar drug cartel.
—Cara Tabachnick, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2024
That much is clear from Ted’s casual visit to the oddities shop run by Dani’s blind twin sister, Darcy (also Bracken in a dual role).
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 16 Apr. 2024
But the series’ biggest bombshells have only so much impact when they’re being dropped on characters written without much nuance (though the dual nature of The Ghoul does provide Goggins with ample opportunity to show off his range).
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Apr. 2024
Two bedrooms include an upstairs primary suite, which boasts an ocean-view balcony, a seating nook, walk-in closet, and bath equipped with dual vanities and a soaking tub.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
The dual efforts, which include a dispute between Texas and the federal government over the use of razor wire, have escalated into a broader standoff between state and federal officials.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2024
Journal Sentinel, 18 Jan. 2024
Team of the Week South Carroll wrestling The Cavaliers steamrolled through Class 1A winning their third straight state duals championship this week.
—Anthony Maluso, Baltimore Sun, 12 Feb. 2024
After taking back the reins of the state duals tournament in 2022, the Ohio High School Wrestling Coaches Association will again host the boys and girls tournaments with the 2024 editions taking place in February.
—Alex Harrison, The Enquirer, 26 Jan. 2024
In the season’s opening dual, Atholton defeated Marriotts Ridge, 40-30, and the Mustangs were looking for revenge.
—Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 13 Feb. 2024
Jeff Gessner, Patterson Mill, wrestling: Gessner went 8-0 for the Huskies this weekend at Havre de Grace’s Tomahawks duals.
—Anthony Maluso, Baltimore Sun, 16 Jan. 2024
The quilted pattern isn’t just a classic look, it’s also meant to prevent rips from spreading, and this jacket has a great system of pockets, including a zippered chest pocket that duals as a packable sack.
—Joel Balsam, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2023
He was forced to defend the pacey Bukayo Saka all by himself, and Saka won a few duals including one that ended with Jesus dinking the ball high off the post and in for a classy opening goal in the fifth minute.
—Cincinnati Enquirer, The Enquirer, 20 July 2023
But a month ago the 21-year-old cast his lot with the Americans, becoming the most important dual in more than a decade to do so.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2023
Adjective
The pavilion, which overlooks the tennis court, also includes dual bathrooms and a vintage sauna.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, in his dual role as Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, has ridden point on the turbulent negotiations that so far have produced a weeklong cease-fire and the release of more than 100 hostages.
—Karl Vick, TIME, 17 Apr. 2024
In the post, Hackett explained his abrupt departure from the Saturday show, which was part of his dual Genesis Revisited 2024 North America and Foxtrot at 50 tours.
—Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
Coronel, a former beauty queen and dual U.S.-Mexico citizen, was sentenced to 36 months in prison and four years of supervised release following her 2021 arrest for helping run his multi-million dollar drug cartel.
—Cara Tabachnick, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2024
That much is clear from Ted’s casual visit to the oddities shop run by Dani’s blind twin sister, Darcy (also Bracken in a dual role).
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 16 Apr. 2024
But the series’ biggest bombshells have only so much impact when they’re being dropped on characters written without much nuance (though the dual nature of The Ghoul does provide Goggins with ample opportunity to show off his range).
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Apr. 2024
Two bedrooms include an upstairs primary suite, which boasts an ocean-view balcony, a seating nook, walk-in closet, and bath equipped with dual vanities and a soaking tub.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
The dual efforts, which include a dispute between Texas and the federal government over the use of razor wire, have escalated into a broader standoff between state and federal officials.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2024
Noun
The team has made some unprecedented strides during the first 2 1/2 months of the season, improvement that must continue for UW to bounce back from a 1-7 season in Big Ten duals last year.
—Journal Sentinel, 18 Jan. 2024
Team of the Week South Carroll wrestling The Cavaliers steamrolled through Class 1A winning their third straight state duals championship this week.
—Anthony Maluso, Baltimore Sun, 12 Feb. 2024
After taking back the reins of the state duals tournament in 2022, the Ohio High School Wrestling Coaches Association will again host the boys and girls tournaments with the 2024 editions taking place in February.
—Alex Harrison, The Enquirer, 26 Jan. 2024
In the season’s opening dual, Atholton defeated Marriotts Ridge, 40-30, and the Mustangs were looking for revenge.
—Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 13 Feb. 2024
Jeff Gessner, Patterson Mill, wrestling: Gessner went 8-0 for the Huskies this weekend at Havre de Grace’s Tomahawks duals.
—Anthony Maluso, Baltimore Sun, 16 Jan. 2024
The quilted pattern isn’t just a classic look, it’s also meant to prevent rips from spreading, and this jacket has a great system of pockets, including a zippered chest pocket that duals as a packable sack.
—Joel Balsam, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2023
He was forced to defend the pacey Bukayo Saka all by himself, and Saka won a few duals including one that ended with Jesus dinking the ball high off the post and in for a classy opening goal in the fifth minute.
—Cincinnati Enquirer, The Enquirer, 20 July 2023
But a month ago the 21-year-old cast his lot with the Americans, becoming the most important dual in more than a decade to do so.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2023
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“Dual.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dual. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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