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
Oversized double-face pants were also key in the collection.
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Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 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
Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for double-faced
Adjective
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These ones elevate the trend — pun intended — with comfortable platform soles and double side stripe appliqués.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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McDonald's has made the Big Arch — a massive double-patty burger — a permanent menu item in the United Kingdom and Ireland.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But the fake ads include the swindler’s contact information instead of the real landlord’s.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2026
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The cards were left in several cars abandoned after their occupants were arrested by ICE agents earlier this week in Eagle County, during what Sánchez described as fake traffic stops.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
23 Jan. 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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When personal relationships become strained or neglected, that pressure spreads.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, Ware returned to Miami on Thursday for further treatment on his strained hamstring and will miss the rest of the Heat’s West Coast trip that has two games remaining on Saturday against the Jazz and Sunday against the Suns.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Double-faced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/double-faced. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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