double duty

phrase

: to do the work of two people : to take on two roles

doing double duty as cook and waiter

Examples of double duty in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Offering a little extra privacy, this room could pull double duty as a fitness center. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2026

Making triumphant returns to the screen this fall are Sandra Bullock, Jessica Biel and Johnny Depp, while Ben Affleck, Chris Rock and Tyler Perry do double duty on camera and in the director’s chair. — Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

Read on for more can’t-miss clearance picks, including a reclining loveseat, a three-piece table set, and a sleek storage bench that pulls double duty. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026

Unlike a sprawling landscape, where distinct areas can be carved out for gardening, entertaining, and lounging, a compact outdoor space demands more strategic planning, with every square foot pulling double duty. — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 15 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for double duty

• agouti
• beauty
• booty
• cutie
• fruity
• putti
• snooty
• sooty
• sruti
• tutti