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doubling

[ˈdʌblɪŋ]

doubling Definition

  • 1the action or process of becoming or making something twice as large or as numerous
  • 2a technique used in acting where an actor plays two roles in the same production
  • 3a fold in a garment, especially in trousers, made by doubling the material back on itself

Using doubling: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "doubling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The doubling of the company's profits was due to their new marketing strategy.

  • Example

    In the play, the actor had to perform a doubling of both the protagonist and antagonist.

  • Example

    The tailor made a doubling in the hem of the pants to make them shorter.

doubling Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for doubling

Phrases with doubling

  • double down

    to become more tenacious, zealous, or resolute in a position or undertaking

    Example

    Despite the criticism, the company decided to double down on their investment in renewable energy.

  • double over

    to bend forward at the waist, usually due to laughter or pain

    Example

    The comedian's jokes were so funny that the audience doubled over in laughter.

  • double take

    a rapid second look, usually caused by surprise or confusion

    Example

    When she saw her ex-boyfriend with his new girlfriend, she did a double take.

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Summary: doubling in Brief

The term 'doubling' [ˈdʌblɪŋ] refers to the action or process of making something twice as large or numerous. It can also refer to a technique used in acting or a fold in a garment. Examples include 'The doubling of the company's profits' and 'The tailor made a doubling in the hem of the pants.' Phrases like 'double down' and 'double over' denote tenacity and physical reactions, respectively.

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