: a combination of two usually adverse forces, circumstances, or effects
Examples of double whammy in a Sentence
With the cold weather and the high cost of heating fuel, homeowners were hit with a double whammy this winter.
Recent Examples on the WebKyiv is currently facing the double whammy of a difficult frontline situation and political uncertainty over the level of future support from Ukraine’s closest allies.—Ivana Kottasová, CNN, 20 July 2024 This article contains spoilers for Cobra Kai season 6, part 1.
Miyagi-Do just got hit with a double whammy.—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 19 July 2024 Did the double whammy of the pandemic and labor stoppages set you back like a lot of people?—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 July 2024 Any vote for your candidate on a closely run race against a terrible opposition candidate can provide you with a distinct double whammy of pure pleasure.—John D. Witiak, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for double whammy
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