double figures

noun

: a number or percentage that is 10 or greater : double digits

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After only two players for Detroit scored in double figures in Game 1, six did so in Game 2, including all five starters. Andrew Greif, NBC news, 23 Apr. 2026 After Reed returned, Reibe scored in double figures just three more times over three months. Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026 The Magic did not trail in the opener as their starters scored at least 16 points apiece and the Pistons had just two players in double figures. ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026 After Cunningham scored a career playoff-high 39 points in Game 1 and didn't get much help, the All-Star guard had plenty of support, with five teammates scoring in double figures. CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for double figures

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“Double figures.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double%20figures. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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