doubling (as)

present participle of double (as)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubling (as)
Verb
  • The abrupt dismantling of USAID has already harmed both vulnerable communities and America’s standing in Africa.
    W. Gyude Moore, semafor.com, 2 July 2026
  • Cost per wear does the same job for clothing, with one wear standing in for the ounce.
    Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026
Verb
  • Iqnatural Jamaican Black Castor Oil, my go-to for filling in my thinning edges, is on sale for $10 during Amazon Prime Day.
    Jailynn Taylor, InStyle, 25 June 2026
  • Juicy blueberries burst during baking, melding with the fresh peach juices for a gorgeous, saucy filling in this pie.
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
Verb
  • South Korea, too, is stepping in to fill the gap in Western inventories.
    Chris Oberoi, Fortune, 24 June 2026
  • With David ultimately stepping in as director, his family saw it through.
    ABC News, ABC News, 20 May 2026
Verb
  • So, what happens when strong personalities inside the family start taking over the steering, with the other members left in the back seat?
    David Crown, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Lynne Fitzpatrick is taking over as CEO of the derivatives exchange CME, making her one of the top women in finance.
    Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 2 July 2026
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“Doubling (as).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doubling%20%28as%29. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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