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doubling

[duhb-ling] / ˈdʌb lɪŋ /
NOUN
rise
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acceleration advance ascent boost climb growth hike increment inflation progress surge upsurge upswing upturn
STRONG
accession accretion addition advancement aggrandizement augmentation breakthrough distention enlargement heightening intensification intensifying markup multiplication promotion raise step-up swell upgrade waxing
WEAK
piling up stacking up
Antonyms
STRONGEST
decline decrease failure hindrance stagnation
STRONG
deduction lessening reduction shrinkage subtraction
WEAK
drop fall slump worsening

Example Sentences

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But doubling down on analogue tools has drawn criticism from tech companies, educators and computer scientists, who argue it could impact pupils' employment prospects, and even damage the Nordic nation's economy.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Shoe companies like New Balance, Hoka and Asics parlayed their presence into share gains at the expense of Nike, which responded by doubling its team of representatives who meet with everyday runners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Meta has been doubling down on its efforts to sell AI-powered smart glasses and is working on more powerful AI that surpasses human intelligence.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

While other retailers cut back, Revolve is doubling down on fast, free shipping and easy returns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

“A vet. A wildlife center. Maybe they can save it. We can—” The woman suddenly moaned, doubling over as she clasped her belly.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman