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Double take
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the act of quickly looking at something or someone twice, usually due to surprise, confusion, or disbelief
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "double take" and when to use it?
The idiom "double take" is originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It is used to describe the act of quickly looking at something and then immediately looking again in surprise or disbelief, often due to something unusual, unexpected, or remarkable.
Examples
When I saw my friend 's new, bright pink hair, I did a double take – it was such a dramatic change.
I had to do a double take when I spotted a giraffe walking down the city street.
