double
adjective
twice as large, heavy, strong, etc.; twofold in size, amount, number, extent, etc..
have doubled
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present perfectof double.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Though mail-in ballots still are being processed, turnout may have doubled compared with the last midterm election in 2022.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2026
A recent report found that utility disconnections in the state have doubled with more customers falling behind on their skyrocketing bills.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
Mind you, if Zacharia had arrived on time, she could have doubled her time with us.
From Salon ● Oct. 16, 2026
Schacht said some fertilizers he needs for the next planting season have doubled in price.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
He crossed his arms over a chest that could have doubled as a paddleball court.
From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben
