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doubles

British

/ ˈdʌbəlz /

noun

(functioning as plural)
1. a game between two pairs of players, as in tennis, badminton, etc
2. ( as modifier )
  
  a doubles player

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But her comeback was only confirmed last week when it was announced she would be joining 19-year-old Mboko for doubles at London's iconic Queen's Club.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

After competing at Queen's, Williams will take part in the doubles at the Berlin Open from June 15-21.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Speaking to AD, Williams credited her sister and longtime doubles teammate for helping her to create the perfect home for her family.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

He set a school record with 11 home runs and struck out only once in 84 at-bats while batting .500 with 42 hits and nine doubles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

We all hated doubles until Dad lost his job.

From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead

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