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 theater partnered with Magna-Tech Electronic Company to install the dual projection system after months of Roberts calling movie theater friends around the country looking for someone that knew how to do it. Joseph Hernandez march 28, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2026 One stairway leads to a spacious sleeping loft, while another set of stairs leads to three additional bedrooms, including dual primary suites with ocean views. Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026 The OpenRun Pro 2 elevates the open-ear experience with a sophisticated dual-driver system that pairs bone conduction for crisp highs with air conduction for deep, 3D bass. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026 One of two private wings is dedicated to the primary suite, which comes with a fireside sitting area, a walk-in closet, and a luxe bath spotlighted by a floating vanity with dual sinks and a deep freestanding soaking tub atop a veined pink marble inlay. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dual
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Adjective
  • His first season was remarkable, with the double wins against Duke the twin highlights of his coaching career — although a loss to Kansas in the national championship after holding a big lead was jarringly similar in spirit to Thursday’s shocker of a loss to VCU.
    Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Rosner’s twin sister, Lanie, is Benet’s catcher and has committed to Southern Illinois.
    Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The title is binary; the work is not.
    Jordan Hoffman, Vanity Fair, 25 Mar. 2026
  • This unexpected outcome could provide new insights into binary asteroid systems and, crucially, how their orbits change after impacts.
    Keith Cooper, Space.com, 25 Mar. 2026
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  • Sinner, the 2024 Miami Open champion, became the first man since Roger Federer in 2017 to complete the Sunshine Double — winning Indian Wells and Miami titles back-to-back — and the first in history to win the double without losing a set.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Seven stacks of tiny paper cups were arranged to the left, next to packets of Nescafé, pouches of two-minute noodles, and a double gas burner connected to the cylinder—the main tool of his trade.
    Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026

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“Dual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dual. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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