Double Sentences
"Double" means to increase to twice as much. e.g., He decided to double his investment.
How to use Double in a sentence
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Double Sentences
If you double four, you get eight.
My work has decided to double my salary.
I need to double the amount of sugar in this.
He can double the number of books he reads by reading every day.
If you fold the paper, you double its thickness.
She's going to double the fabric to make it thicker.
Can you double the recipe for the cake?
You can double your chances by applying to multiple jobs.
If you double a five-dollar bill, you'll have ten dollars.
I want to double my efforts to finish the project on time.
She managed to double her savings in a year.
It's impressive how she can double her voice to match different characters.
The garden has grown double its size since last year.
The company plans to double its production next year.
They managed to double the attendees from last year's event.
He's trying to double his speed by practicing daily.
I always double the vanilla in my cookie recipe.
The city's population is expected to double in the next decade.
He managed to double the space by rearranging the furniture.
You can double the capacity by adding another shelf.
If you double your efforts, you'll surely succeed.
I was surprised to see the queue double in just five minutes.
By planting more trees, we can double the shade in our park.
The theater decided to double the number of shows due to high demand.
If you double up on your chores today, you can relax tomorrow.
He hopes to double the number of clients by next month.
The school aims to double its enrollment numbers.
I'll double the payment if you complete it by tomorrow.
She was so skilled, she could double any tune on her violin.
He wanted to double his collection of stamps by trading.
You can double your earnings with a little more effort.
The forest has grown to double its original size.
They decided to double the prizes for the winners.
To make the dessert richer, I'd double the chocolate.
It's wise to double your savings for a secure future.
You should double the time you study to get better results.
I was shocked to see the price double overnight.
She taught me how to double a stitch while knitting.
They plan to double the sales by offering a discount.
By attending extra classes, he managed to double his knowledge.
I'm going to double my time at the gym to get fit faster.
The challenge is to double your reading speed without losing comprehension.
By changing the layout, we can double the seating area.
She managed to double her followers by posting regularly.
I was amazed to see the lake double its depth after the rains.
I'm planning to double the number of plants in my garden.
She has a talent to double any dance move she sees.
They aim to double their impact on the community.
If you work smartly, you can double your output.
I always double-check my answers before submitting a test.
Double Definitions
A form of duplication in instruments or voices.
He plays the double bass.
To make twice as much or as many.
We need to double the ingredients for the party.
Achieving two targets in one game or season.
The team is aiming for a double victory.
Made up of two parts or elements.
She slept in a double bed.
A thing that is twice as large as usual or is made up of two standard units or items.
I ordered a double espresso.
A person who substitutes for an actor for specific scenes.
She hired a stunt double for the dangerous scenes.
Double Idioms & Phrases
Double trouble
Two problems or issues occurring at the same time.
Having twin toddlers can sometimes be double trouble when they decide to be mischievous together.
Double back
To return to a place you have just been.
We had to double back to the hotel when we realized we forgot our passports.
Double edged sword
Something that has both positive and negative consequences.
Technology can be a double edged sword; it connects us but also can make us feel isolated.
Double cross
To deceive or betray someone you were previously supporting.
The gang felt they were double crossed when their own member tipped off the police.
Double duty
Serving two functions or purposes.
This couch does double duty as both seating and a bed for guests.
Double over
To bend suddenly, typically because of pain or laughter.
The comedian's joke made the audience double over with laughter.
Double take
A quick second look at something or someone, often because of surprise or disbelief.
I did a double take when I saw the celebrity at our local coffee shop.
Double or nothing
A gamble to decide whether a loss or debt should be doubled or canceled.
He lost the first bet but wanted another chance, saying, double or nothing.
Double booked
Accidentally scheduling two appointments or events at the same time.
I realized I double booked myself for dinner and a movie night.
Double bind
A situation where a person is confronted with two conflicting demands and no clear solution.
She was in a double bind, needing to support both her sick mother and her young child.
Double whammy
Two negative situations or events occurring simultaneously.
Losing his job and his house in the same month was a double whammy for John.
Double dip
To take advantage of something in two different ways.
It's considered rude to double dip your chip in a communal sauce after taking a bite.
Double date
Two couples going out together on a date.
Sarah and her boyfriend went on a double date with her best friend and her partner.
Double agent
A person who spies on one organization for another, but also feeds information back to the first organization.
The film revolves around a double agent who's playing both sides during the war.
Double header
Two games or events taking place one after the other, typically in sports.
The baseball team has a double header this Saturday, playing two teams back-to-back.
Double down
To strengthen one's effort or focus on a particular strategy.
Rather than changing his approach, he decided to double down on his existing marketing tactics.
On the double
Immediately or very quickly.
The sergeant ordered the soldiers to get to the barracks on the double.
Double up
To share something, such as accommodations, due to lack of space.
Because of the room shortage at the conference, I had to double up with a colleague in the hotel.
Double digits
Numbers that are between 10 and 99.
The company is hoping to achieve double digits growth this year.
Double standards
A situation where different rules apply to different people for the same thing.
It's unfair to have double standards when judging men's and women's behavior.
Common Curiosities
What is the pronunciation of Double?
Double is pronounced as /ˈdʌb.əl/.
What part of speech is Double?
Double can be a verb, noun, or adjective.
What is the verb form of Double?
The verb form of "double" is "double".
Which vowel is used before Double?
There is no specific vowel consistently used before "double".
What is the root word of Double?
The root word of "double" is derived from the Old French "doble".
What is another term for Double?
Another term for double is "duplicate".
Why is it called Double?
"Double" is called so because it originates from Old French "doble" meaning "twice as much".
What is a stressed syllable in Double?
The first syllable "dou" is stressed in "double".
How many syllables are in Double?
"Double" has two syllables.
What is the second form of Double?
The second form (past form) of "double" is "doubled".
What is the opposite of Double?
The opposite of "double" is "halve".
Which determiner is used with Double?
Determiners like "the", "a", and "an" can be used with "double" depending on the context.
What is the first form of Double?
The first form (base form) of "double" is "double".
How is Double used in a sentence?
"Double" can be used as a verb, noun, or adjective; e.g., "I want to double the number of cookies."
Which conjunction is used with Double?
Any standard conjunction can be used with "double" based on the sentence structure.
Is Double an abstract noun?
No, "double" is not an abstract noun.
How do we divide Double into syllables?
Double is divided as dou-ble.
Which preposition is used with Double?
Prepositions like "in", "of", "to", and "by" can be used with "double" depending on the context.
Is Double a noun or adjective?
"Double" can be both a noun and an adjective.
Is Double a negative or positive word?
"Double" is neutral; it is neither inherently negative nor positive.
Is Double a countable noun?
Yes, when used as a noun, "double" can be countable.
What is the singular form of Double?
The singular form of "double" is "double".
Which article is used with Double?
"Double" can be preceded by the articles "a", "an", or "the" depending on the context.
Is Double an adverb?
No, "double" is not typically used as an adverb.
Is the Double term a metaphor?
The term "double" itself is not a metaphor, but it can be used metaphorically in some contexts.
What is the third form of Double?
The third form (past participle) of "double" is "doubled".
Is Double a vowel or consonant?
"Double" is a word, not a single letter. It contains both vowels and consonants.
Is Double a collective noun?
No, "double" is not a collective noun.
Is the word Double imperative?
No, "double" itself is not imperative but can be used in an imperative sentence, e.g., "Double the ingredients!"
What is the plural form of Double?
The plural form of "double" is "doubles".
Is the word Double a gerund?
No, "double" itself is not a gerund, but "doubling" is.
Is the word “Double” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
"Double" can function as a direct object in a sentence, depending on its usage. It is not inherently one or the other.
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