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Double
Example
We booked a double for our weekend getaway, ensuring ample space for both of us to relax and unwind.
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doppio
a number or quantity that is twice as large or much as another, or twice the original amount
03
doppio, sosia
a person who bears a close resemblance to a famous individual, often used as a stand-in or impersonator
3.1
doppio
a person who substitutes for an actor in a film, typically during scenes that involves nude or dangerous scenes
Example
For the action sequence, the director brought in a double to handle the more challenging stunts.
3.2
doppio, sosia
a person who looks exactly like another living person, often seen as an omen or supernatural phenomenon
Example
The eerie figure looked exactly like him, as if he were staring at his own double.
Legends say that encountering your double is a sign of impending doom.
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doppio, colpo da due basi
a type of base hit in baseball where the batter reaches second base safely after hitting the ball
Example
He led off the inning with a double down the left-field line.
05
doppio, doppio (nel bridge)
(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
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double
two victories in the same sport within two different competitions during the same season
6.1
doppietta, double
victories in both the home and away matches against the same team within a single season or competition
to double
01
duplicare
to increase something by two times its original amount or value
Transitive: to double a number or amount
Example
She doubled her savings by putting aside a portion of her paycheck each month.
Doubling 3 gives you 6.
If you double the length of a side of a square, its area increases fourfold.
1.1
raddoppiare
to experience a twofold increase
Intransitive
Example
The number of participants in the event could double next year.
If sales continue to grow at this rate, our revenue will double by the end of the year.
The amount of traffic on the website tends to double during the holiday season.
02
raddoppiare, svolgere un doppio ruolo
to serve two purposes or functions simultaneously
Intransitive: to double as sth
Example
Her desk lamp doubles as a charging station for her devices.
The spare bedroom doubles as a home office during the workweek.
The community center doubles as a shelter during emergencies.
Example
The boxer doubled his fists, preparing for the final round of the match.
As the pain increased, he instinctively doubled his grip on the armrest.
She doubled her hands around the handle, gripping it more firmly as the tension rose.
04
correre rapidamente, affrettarsi
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.
Realizing he was late, he doubled through the park to catch up with his friends.
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raddoppiare, colpire un doppio
to hit a baseball in such a way that the batter safely reaches second base, earning a two-base hit
Intransitive
Example
The rookie doubled in his first at-bat, impressing the fans and his teammates.
The batter doubled to deep center field, giving his team a great scoring opportunity.
She doubled to left field, driving in a run to tie the game.
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doppiare, colpire di rimbalzo
(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.
She successfully doubled the black ball, sending it bouncing off the cushion before it dropped into the pocket.
The only way to pot the ball was to double it off the cushion into the pocket.
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raddoppiare
to play two distinct roles or characters in the same production or piece
Intransitive
Example
She had to double in the film, portraying both the young mother and her grown-up daughter.
Doubling as two characters, she seamlessly switched between the roles of the twins in the drama.
The talented actor doubled as both the hero and the villain in the play, impressing the audience with his versatility.
Example
The stunt performer doubled for the lead actor during the intense fight scene.
He often doubles in action films, performing the risky scenes on behalf of the main actors.
She was hired to double for the actress in scenes that required dangerous stunts.
double
Example
He received double recognition for his achievements in both academics and sports.
She ordered a double espresso to kickstart her morning.
The recipe called for a double serving of chocolate chips to enhance the flavor.
1.1
doppio, doppia lettera
(of letters and numbers) referring to the same letter or number occurring consecutively, one immediately following the other
Example
When typing, be careful not to accidentally hit a key twice, creating a double letter.
The code required entering a double zero to proceed to the next screen.
1.2
doppio, piegato a metà
folded in two, creating two layers or halves
Example
The fabric was double before cutting to ensure symmetry in the design.
She handed me a double sheet of paper, folded in half for easier carrying.
The letter was double, neatly folded in two, before being placed in the envelope.
02
doppio, duale
possessing two contrasting qualities or features
Example
Her double expertise in law and medicine made her a rare find in the industry.
His double duty as a father and a soldier often conflicted with each other.
The double nature of his personality was both charming and unpredictable.
Example
The friends ordered two double whiskies to toast to their successful business deal.
The double capacity of the new stadium allows it to hold twice as many fans.
He started his morning with a double espresso to give himself an extra boost of energy.
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doppio
designed or intended for two people or things, often providing space or function for both
Example
She bought a double stroller to accommodate both of her young children.
They ordered a double portion of dessert to share between them.
The canoe came with double paddles, allowing two people to row together.
Example
He spoke with double intent, carefully crafting his words to obscure the truth.
The politician 's speech was criticized for its double language, as it seemed to say one thing while implying another.
She realized too late that his compliment was actually a double remark with a hidden insult.
double
01
doppio
used to suggest that something is twice as much or has twice the significance or effect
Example
He wrapped the package double to make sure it would n't come undone.
02
doppio
used to indicate that something has increased twice in number, amount, or extent
03
insieme, in coppia
used to refers to two people or things being together or paired, often in a situation meant for one
Example
Due to limited seating, the guests sat double on the small couch.
During the camping trip, the kids had to sleep double in the small tent.
The shortage of bunks on the ship required the crew to sleep double in tight quarters.
Esempio
We booked a double for our weekend getaway, ensuring ample space for both of us to relax and unwind.
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