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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Then and only then did Brunson wrap his head in a towel, double over at the waist and start crying.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The Angels added to their advantage in the sixth inning when Guzman delivered a two-out two-run single and Walton followed with his run-scoring double.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Authorities say the operation powered fake websites built to steal credit card numbers, passwords and other personal information.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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None of that makes the project fake.—
Gabriel Alin Zainescu,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Likewise, lip masks designed to be worn overnight can provide improved hydration and comfort over daytime treatments.—
Caroline Reilly,
Forbes.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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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
Adjective
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Austin Nieves, a recent transplant to the area and the man who had brought this brave group together, broke the strained silence by handing out beers.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Dani provides the voiceover, filled with strained metaphors about earthquakes and sermons on the importance of summer, but the pretense that the dialogue is taken from his interrogation is quickly abandoned.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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“Double-faced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/double-faced. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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