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dual

[doo-uhl, dyoo-] / ˈdu əl, ˈdyu- /


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Broadly similar to the iron-block boat anchors that powered ’60s-era Triumphs, MGs and other British legends, Mazda’s four-banger has an aluminum block; dual overhead cams with four valves per cylinder; and electronic fuel injection.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

It came after she was promoted from education secretary to the dual role of deputy first minister and finance secretary in John Swinney's new cabinet.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The Fed has a dual mandate of keeping inflation to a long-term two-percent target while ensuring maximum employment in the world's largest economy.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

The company would have dual headquarters in Florida and in Virginia.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

It was more a hobby than a moneymaker, but the work satisfied her dual interests in art and in a certain, listlike style of writing.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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