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to double up
[phrase form: double]
01
teilen, miteinander schlafen
to share or occupy the same space or accommodation with another person, often due to limited resources
Intransitive
02
sich bücken, sich zusammenkrümmen
to bend over typically as a reaction to laughter or pain
Intransitive
03
die Wette verdoppeln, Gewinne reinvestieren
to use winnings from one bet as the stake for a subsequent wager in the hopes of increasing overall winnings
Intransitive
double up
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Beispiel
In college dormitories, students often have to double up in rooms during peak enrollment periods.
With limited office space, the team had to double up in cubicles until additional workspace became available.
During the camping trip, the shortage of tents forced the friends to double up in sleeping bags.
After the unexpected punch, the boxer had to double up in pain.
Witnessing the unexpected surprise, he doubled up with joy and excitement.
