as in double
not being or expressing what one appears to be or express
you'll find out how double-faced she is when you're no further help to her career
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Recent Examples of double-faced
For his debut, Bellotti laid a chic foundation—reworking the house’s signature double-faced coats in ultra-fine leather and introducing tailoring accented with sleek, unexpected cutouts at the hip.
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Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
Leather, suede, velvet, bugle beads, inky denim, double-face wool.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Cashmere sport coats, double-faced finishes, sculptural outerwear and timeless eveningwear which showcased the collection’s focus on expert tailoring.
—Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
Cashmere or camel, a double-faced coat or trench works best, worn open to signify the loosening of bonds.
—Jennifer Noyes, Air Mail, 18 Oct. 2025
There are no weapons here, but the goods that hang from the walls—silk-denim jackets, double-faced cashmere coats, nappa-leather outerwear burnished by waxed finishes—feel just as lethal.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
As more of the world classifies as having subtropical climates, adding pieces such as shorts, track pants, hoodies, double-faced jerseys and rip-stop fabrics rounds out offerings for different climates and activities, including ath-leisure dressing moments and travel.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
This robe is no exception, thanks to its silky double-face fleece knit, shawl collar hood, and pockets.
—Madison Roberts, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2024
Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
Leather, suede, velvet, bugle beads, inky denim, double-face wool.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Cashmere sport coats, double-faced finishes, sculptural outerwear and timeless eveningwear which showcased the collection’s focus on expert tailoring.
—Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
Cashmere or camel, a double-faced coat or trench works best, worn open to signify the loosening of bonds.
—Jennifer Noyes, Air Mail, 18 Oct. 2025
There are no weapons here, but the goods that hang from the walls—silk-denim jackets, double-faced cashmere coats, nappa-leather outerwear burnished by waxed finishes—feel just as lethal.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
As more of the world classifies as having subtropical climates, adding pieces such as shorts, track pants, hoodies, double-faced jerseys and rip-stop fabrics rounds out offerings for different climates and activities, including ath-leisure dressing moments and travel.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
This robe is no exception, thanks to its silky double-face fleece knit, shawl collar hood, and pockets.
—Madison Roberts, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for double-faced
Adjective
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Cancer rates are 30% higher in women aged 20-29 (55 versus 42 per 100,000) compared to males and nearly double in those aged 30-39 (161 versus 84 per 100,000), the American Cancer Society states.—
Tesfaye Negussie,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The Padres responded in the bottom of the first inning with a double, a walk and a drive by Nick Castellanos to left field that was caught above the eight-foot wall by Jordan Beck.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Security company Trend Micro has documented that actors who’ve worked on past operations benefiting the North Korean government have used these addresses, particularly in scams involving fake recruiters.—
Jessica Klein,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2026
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Faces of Death isn’t a remake of the infamous 1978 exploitation landmark, a faux documentary that positioned itself as an anthology of actual carnage (though much of its disturbing footage was fake).—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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On the opposite end of the spectrum, Tatianna points to cinnamon as a conductor of heat—one commonly used in lip plumper products to achieve a sultry pout.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 Nov. 2025
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The pop of color offers a shimmer-free (rare!) means of warming up a wedding look and works equally well at lip level.—
Calin Van Paris,
Vogue,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The rickshaws have become increasingly popular in Sierra Leone, filling the gaps in a strained public transport system as the West African country struggles to recover from its 1991-2002 civil war.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The band’s courtesy visit was a pleasant break for Japan’s first female leader, known for her long working hours and now struggling with strained diplomatic ties with China, the fallouts from the war in the Middle East as well as rising prices at home.—
Mari Yamaguchi,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Double-faced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/double-faced. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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