Definition of dualnext
as in twin
consisting of two members or parts that are usually joined dual axles

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Recent Examples of dual The conspirators aimed to oust Moïse and install a new leader, dual Haitian-American citizen Christian Sanon, hoping to profit financially through the new regime. Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026 Ahrens, who joined Kobalt in 2014, will report to Kobalt President and Chief Commercial Officer Jeannette Perez, and take on a dual creative and operational mandate across the Latin American region, according to the announcement. Jem Aswad, Variety, 8 May 2026 The layout is divided into distinct wings, formal entertaining areas, private family spaces, and a dedicated work zone with dual offices and a conference room. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 May 2026 Kiss night sweats goodbye with these cooling pillows and this dual-sided cooling comforter, which is breathable, promotes airflow, and was designed with hot sleepers in mind. Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for dual
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  • At Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Mary Kate Harris (center) celebrates her baby's birth with her mom, Sarah Rushton (right) and her twin, Mckenna Roberts.
    Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 6 May 2026
  • Last month, young rail fans were suspected in a twin incidents that saw a pair of subways moved two stations in the wrong direction along the Queens Blvd.
    Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 6 May 2026
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  • In the team's binary merger model, the compact object is close enough to its stellar companion to rip off its outer hydrogen layer without completely destroying the star.
    Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 May 2026
  • The choice in front of us is binary.
    Michelle L. Quinn, Chicago Tribune, 2 May 2026
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  • The sophomore third baseman answered the call, blasting a double to the fence in left-center field to clear the bases.
    Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026
  • Spain's double totality One of the most fascinating aspects of this eclipse cycle is Spain's unique position.
    Jamie Carter, Space.com, 10 May 2026

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“Dual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dual. Accessed 12 May. 2026.

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