doubles
Britishnoun
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In describing Capra’s bumpy apprenticeship, “Frank Capra” doubles as a history of Hollywood’s early days and its transition from silent films to talkies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
The percentage of prize money devoted to doubles could fall from 20% to 10% - with the difference redistributed to singles players.
From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026
The cost of LTC insurance effectively doubles between your 60s and 70s, so you still have time to go down this route, if that’s what you choose.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 26, 2026
The Anglers Rest, a 17th-century coaching inn in Bamford near Sheffield, doubles as a post office and polling station.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026
He doubles the sleeve back over the socket, then holds the leg out for me.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
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