double-dipping
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of double-dipping
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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I was initially skeptical about this guy’s double-dipping sales pitch.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
Every expense must be taken out of its designated envelope — no double-dipping.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2023
Bank of America must pay more than $100 million to customers for double-dipping on some fees, withholding reward bonuses and opening accounts without customer consent.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 11, 2023
He asked the Justice Department to pursue action against any employees who were double-dipping.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 29, 2022
“Ordinarily, double-dipping on a razor would skeeve me out completely,” Miss Ohio explained.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
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