see double

Idioms

See two images of one object, either as an illusion or owing to some visual aberration, especially one caused by intoxication. For example, Those twins look so much alike they make me think I'm seeing double, or One more drink and I'll be seeing double. This idiom was first recorded in 1628.

Example Sentences

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Walsh said that Asia-Pacific airlines could see double digit growth in 2026 if planes were available.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Before the pandemic, about 3 million people came to L.A.’s waterfront annually for recreation, a tally port leaders hope to see double in the years ahead.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2024

As countries in the Global South, we see double standards.

From Salon • Sep. 30, 2022

To restore the department’s relationship with the community, the mayor said, he would ideally like to see double the current number of officers.

From Washington Post • Jun. 22, 2020

You were dreaming, young man; your fright has made you see double.

From The Downfall by Robins, E. P.

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