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as in twofold
being twice as great or as many
after it was ranked the best in the country, the college had double the usual number of applicants
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as in fake
not being or expressing what one appears to be or express
she's known for speaking with a double tongue, so I doubt that her concern is very heartfelt
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as in twin
something or someone that strongly resembles another
he looks so much like you that he could be your double
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Recent Examples of double
Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
D’Orazio followed with a two-run, ground-rule double.
—Kristie Rieken, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Over the same period, the S&P 500 has more than doubled.
—Paul Polman, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Peninsula swept University in singles while the Trojans swept in doubles.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Washburn pulled a basketball double in Kansas City on Sunday.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
The Grammy and Emmy nominee was diagnosed with cancer in both breasts in 2012, and underwent a double mastectomy.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
D’Orazio followed with a two-run, ground-rule double.
—Kristie Rieken, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
Save 47 percent on a stunning coffee table book that adds color and doubles as an instant conversation starter.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Over the same period, the S&P 500 has more than doubled.
—Paul Polman, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam tournament winner, played last week at Indian Wells and reached the fourth round in singles and the second round of doubles.
—CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Peninsula swept University in singles while the Trojans swept in doubles.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Adverb
Gabriel Carmo hit a go-ahead double in the fifth for Brazil, which lost to Mexico 16-0 a day earlier.
—CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Washburn pulled a basketball double in Kansas City on Sunday.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for double
Adjective
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The company’s Phantom MK-1 is designed for both industrial and defense roles, positioning it among a small group of robotics systems targeting dual-use applications.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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Her profound artistry is rooted in deep musical literacy facilitating her dual role as a vocalist and a composer.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The reason that the timing is right is twofold.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
3 Mar. 2026
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The reality of the situation is twofold.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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If filmmakers can prompt fake actors to deliver precise performances, where does that leave human actors?—
Holly Willis,
The Conversation,
13 Mar. 2026
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The 18-minute fake pitch meeting!—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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This kind of early-season heat can also increase fire weather concerns across parts of Colorado, especially when warm temperatures combine with dry air and gusty winds.—
Joe Ruch,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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But the Denver offense, which increased the pressure in the final minutes of the match, couldn’t find the back of the net again.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The skills could include tasks such as folding boxes, assembling components, or even manipulating objects, activities that still remain challenging for many robotic systems.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Mar. 2026
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Stir to combine, then fold in the black beans.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Alon, Oren’s twin, worked at the family’s security business.—
Peter Weber,
TheWeek,
10 Mar. 2026
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As someone who is perpetually on the go—both as a travel writer and a mom of twins—I’m always on the hunt for timeless wardrobe staples that combine comfort, style, and versatility.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Grace Zumwinkle scored twice, including a beautiful opener and the fourth, which became the game-winner after a wild third-period rally from the Sirens.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Kraken, who snapped a four-game skid with a 5-2 victory Saturday in Vancouver as McMann tallied twice in his first game since being acquired from Toronto, outshot Florida 13-10 in the first period while taking a 3-1 lead.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Escola became the first non-binary person to win a lead actor Tony.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Mar. 2026
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Researchers say the streaks were likely formed by debris spun off from Dimorphos' binary companion, Didymos, that drifted between the two bodies and landed in slow-motion impacts.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Double.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/double. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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