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Double
Example
They booked a double for their weekend getaway.
The hotel offered a spacious double with a balcony view.
02
dvojnásobek, dvojité množství
a number or quantity that is twice as large or much as another, or twice the original amount
Example
I'm willing to pay double.
At our company, you'll get double that.
03
dvojník, dublér
a person who bears a close resemblance to a famous individual, often used as a stand-in or impersonator
Example
The actor's double was used for dangerous stunts in the film.
She was hired as the celebrity's double due to their striking resemblance.
3.1
dublér, stunt dublér
a person who substitutes for an actor in a film, typically during scenes that involves nude or dangerous scenes
Example
The stunt double performed the dangerous car chase, allowing the lead actor to stay safe.
For the action sequence, the director brought in a double to handle the more challenging stunts.
3.2
dvojník, dvojče
a person who looks exactly like another living person, often seen as an omen or supernatural phenomenon
Example
She was startled when she encountered what seemed to be her own double in the mirror.
The townspeople whispered that the man had seen his double just before his mysterious disappearance.
04
dvojka, dvojh vzor
a type of base hit in baseball where the batter reaches second base safely after hitting the ball
Example
The batter's powerful swing resulted in a double, putting him in scoring position.
He led off the inning with a double down the left-field line.
05
dubl, zdvojení
(in bridge) a call made by a player to increase the stakes of the current bid, often used to challenge the opponents' bid or to indicate that they expect the opponents' contract to fail
Example
She made a double after the opponents bid four hearts, signaling that she believed they could n't make the contract.
The player hesitated before making a double, hoping to pressure the opponents into overbidding.
06
dvojnásobné vítězství, double
two victories in the same sport within two different competitions during the same season
Example
The team celebrated after securing the double, winning both the league and the cup in the same year.
Manchester United accomplished the double twice, dominating both domestic and international tournaments.
6.1
dvojnásobné vítězství, dvojité vítězství
victories in both the home and away matches against the same team within a single season or competition
Example
Last season, Manchester United did the double over Liverpool, winning at both Old Trafford and Anfield.
Chelsea fans celebrated as their team did the double over Tottenham, securing victories in both home and away matches.
to double
01
zdvojnásobit, dvojnásobit
to increase something by two times its original amount or value
Transitive: to double a number or amount
Example
If you double 5, you get 10.
Doubling 3 gives you 6.
1.1
zdvojnásobit, dvojnásobit
to experience a twofold increase
Intransitive
Example
The population of the town is expected to double over the next decade.
Očekává se, že v příštím desetiletí se populace města zdvojnásobí.
Her salary will double if she gets promoted to the new position.
Její plat se zdvojnásobí, pokud bude povýšena na novou pozici.
02
dvojnásobit, sloužit jako
to serve two purposes or functions simultaneously
Intransitive: to double as sth
Example
The new smartphone case doubles as a wallet, allowing for convenient storage of cards and cash.
Her desk lamp doubles as a charging station for her devices.
Example
In his frustration, he doubled his fists, ready to confront the situation head-on.
She doubled her hands around the handle, gripping it more firmly as the tension rose.
04
běžet, spěchat
to run or move quickly to reach a destination
Intransitive: to double somewhere
Example
Hearing the alarm, the sailor doubled across the deck to help secure the ship.
The soldier doubled back to retrieve the fallen comrade during the training exercise.
05
dvojitý, dobit
to hit a baseball in such a way that the batter safely reaches second base, earning a two-base hit
Intransitive
Example
The batter doubled to deep center field, giving his team a great scoring opportunity.
With two outs, he managed to double, putting himself in scoring position.
06
dvojnásobit, doubly přihazovat
(in snooker) to pot a ball by bouncing it off a cushion before it reaches the pocket
Transitive: to double a snooker ball
Example
He doubled the red ball into the corner pocket by skillfully rebounding it off the side cushion.
The only way to pot the ball was to double it off the cushion into the pocket.
07
dvojrole, dvojnásobit
to play two distinct roles or characters in the same production or piece
Intransitive
Example
The talented actor doubled as both the hero and the villain in the play, impressing the audience with his versatility.
She had to double in the film, portraying both the young mother and her grown-up daughter.
Example
The stunt performer doubled for the lead actor during the intense fight scene.
She was hired to double for the actress in scenes that required dangerous stunts.
double
Example
She ordered a double espresso to kickstart her morning.
Objednala si dvojný espresso, aby nakopla své ráno.
The hotel room had a double bed, perfect for couples or solo travelers.
Pokoj v hotelu měl dvojitý postel, ideální pro páry nebo cestovatele jednotlivce.
1.1
dvojité, zdvojené
(of letters and numbers) referring to the same letter or number occurring consecutively, one immediately following the other
Example
The word " letter " has a double " t " in the middle.
Her license plate featured a double " 7, " making it easy to remember.
1.2
dvojnásobný, dvojitý
folded in two, creating two layers or halves
Example
The letter was double, neatly folded in two, before being placed in the envelope.
She handed me a double sheet of paper, folded in half for easier carrying.
02
dvojaký, dvojí
possessing two contrasting qualities or features
Example
The double nature of his personality was both charming and unpredictable.
Her double expertise in law and medicine made her a rare find in the industry.
Example
The double quantity of ingredients made the recipe suitable for a large party.
His double effort led to impressive results in a shorter time.
04
dvoulůžkový, dvojitý
designed or intended for two people or things, often providing space or function for both
Example
The hotel room had a double bed, perfect for the couple staying the night.
They ordered a double portion of dessert to share between them.
Example
His statement was filled with double meanings, leaving everyone unsure of his true intentions.
The politician 's speech was criticized for its double language, as it seemed to say one thing while implying another.
double
01
dvojnásobně, dvojitě
used to suggest that something is twice as much or has twice the significance or effect
Example
She checked her work double to ensure there were no errors.
Dvojnásobně zkontrolovala svou práci, aby se ujistila, že tam nejsou žádné chyby.
She washed her hands double to make sure they were thoroughly clean.
Dvojnásobně si umyla ruce, aby si byla jistá, že jsou dokonale čisté.
02
dvojnásobně, dvojnásobně zvýšeně
used to indicate that something has increased twice in number, amount, or extent
Example
She scored double the number of goals compared to last season.
The teacher requested double the usual number of copies for the upcoming exam.
03
dvojitě, dvojmo
used to refers to two people or things being together or paired, often in a situation meant for one
Example
During the camping trip, the kids had to sleep double in the small tent.
The crowded room forced the students to share desks, sitting double throughout the lecture.
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