double up

verb

doubled up; doubling up; doubles up

intransitive verb

: to share accommodations designed for one

Examples of double up in a Sentence

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The final resolution is that theaters are planning to double up showings of the movie Wicked and include an option where everyone can sing along to the movie. John Brandon, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024 Aldi Has a $47 ‘Inflation-Busting’ Thanksgiving Meal That Serves 10 People Bigger families can double up on the items to make a Thanksgiving dinner for eight, the company suggests. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024 Retail price range: 99-249 euros Delysia Category: Swimwear Story: Delysia offers swimwear with interchangeable, removable straps that double up as necklaces and bracelets. Alex Wynne, WWD, 16 Sep. 2024 The Patriots were doubled up 28-14 by Tampa Plant in its opener. Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for double up 

Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of double up was in 1789

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“Double up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double%20up. Accessed 8 Dec. 2024.

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