two-timing
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present participleof two-time.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
two-timeverb (used with object)to be unfaithful to (a lover or spouse).
Example Sentences
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Doug always detested Reggie and only ended up the owner of the sweet pup to spite his ex-girlfriend, who loved the dog but learned to hate the two-timing Doug.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2023
Time’s passage and lessons have always loomed large in SZA’s lyrics: she’s frequently burning daylight or wasting time; on fan favorite “The Weekend,” she treats a two-timing boyfriend like a timeshare.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 28, 2023
His campaign for student body president saw two-timing, backstabbing, and the occasional dose of advice from his beloved mother, played by Gwyneth Paltrow.
From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2020
Some questions and points to ponder for all you good listeners: Is Capone’s right-hand man, D’Angelo, two-timing Capone or the feds?
From New York Times ● Sep. 14, 2014
“So, what, you just hang out with your ex-boyfriend after school? Does he even know about me? Are you two-timing both of us?”
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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