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
While Goldschmidt did score on the double play, the two outs were critical to avoiding a bigger inning.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 23, 2023
From the dugout, Ebel immediately noticed Betts’ comfort-level on the double play, when he snared a one-hopper, ran to second himself and leaped over a sliding Cody Bellinger to make a throw to first base.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 22, 2023
They pounce on the double bed; I claim the single rollaway.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
