twofold
Americanadjective
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equal to twice as many or twice as much; double
a twofold increase
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made of two parts; dual
a twofold reason
adverb
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of twofold
Middle English word dating back to 1125–75; see origin at two, -fold
Example Sentences
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Barbara McQuade: The reason I’ve said he may be more dangerous is twofold.
From Slate • May 4, 2026
In California, the appeal of a new or used EV is twofold — gas prices are especially high, and charging infrastructure is more developed than in many other states.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
The aim of the social supermarket is twofold, according to Watkins.
From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026
Its aims appear to be twofold: to appeal to print nostalgists while modernizing in ways that will cultivate a new generation of readers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025
The irony of this all-out chemical assault on roadsides and utility rights-of-way is twofold.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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