double

Example Sentences

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Crew staffing companies in China are offering double compensation in some cases, according to job advertisements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Offensively, four different players scored in double figures while they had 13 assists on 18 baskets.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Central banks purchased over 1,000 metric tons of gold each year in 2022, 2023 and 2024 — roughly double the average over the preceding decade, according to the World Gold Council.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

Speaking at a youth rally on Friday, Ousmane Sonko said that the current cost of a barrel of oil was approaching double what had been budgeted for.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

We’re almost to the main double doors of the school when Mom says, “Babs, can you sign us in? I need to have a quick word with Fern.”

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy