on the double

Example Sentences

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Remodelling her serve with the guidance of biomechanics expert Gavin MacMillan proved vital in cutting down on the double faults that had plagued her.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

“It portrays the work on the double helix, the solving of the double helix, as the work of four equal contributors,” Dr. Comfort said.

From New York Times • Apr. 25, 2023

That seemingly left the 26-year-old outfielder plenty of time to tack on the double that would enable him to join Hall of Fame members Brooks Robinson and Cal Ripken Jr. in the Orioles record book.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2022

“I said, ‘Ooh, I play jazz on the double bass,’ and he thought I meant in an amateur way.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2021

She'll call it, "Dennis' Racket," playing on the double meaning of the word racket as well as on his last name, Payne.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez