Definition of threefoldnext
as in triple
having three units or parts a threefold approach to solving the problem

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Recent Examples of threefold Property insurance premiums spiked, with threefold or higher hikes common. Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 23 Dec. 2025 The new research looked at thousands of medical records to compare melanoma rates in people who used tanning beds and those who did not, and found nearly a threefold increase in the risk of melanoma among tanning bed users. Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 16 Dec. 2025 View gallery - 3 images For the first time, scientists have demonstrated how tanning beds cause fundamental DNA damage across almost the skin's entire surface that results in a threefold risk of developing melanoma. New Atlas, 15 Dec. 2025 The keys for Avdalas are threefold. Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for threefold
Recent Examples of Synonyms for threefold
triple
Adjective
  • Later in February, it will be joined by Mercury and Saturn, forming a triple treat for skywatchers to enjoy.
    Big Think, Big Think, 5 Feb. 2026
  • The organization’s website states that receiving CPR immediately after the onset can help to double – even triple – the chances of surviving.
    Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026

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“Threefold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/threefold. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.

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