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threefold

[three-fohld] / ˈθriˌfoʊld /
ADJECTIVE
three times as many
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“Neurodegenerative mortality was nearly four times higher in NFL players compared with the general population and remained threefold higher after accounting for competing risks,” they reported in the prestigious medical journal The Lancet.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026

He noted that spot prices for helium have jumped twofold to threefold since before the conflict; however, those supplies make up no more than 5% of the helium market.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 30, 2026

During his tenure at Ethiopian Airlines, Gebremariam was credited with expanding the fleet nearly threefold and growing it into Africa's most profitable airline.

From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026

"While earlier work led us to expect only a modest effect, observing a threefold difference turned out to be a significant result," said Rashadfar.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026

"First we tackle our own clues," the secretary said, frowning at the result in the threefold mirror.

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin




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