doubling (back)

present participle of double (back)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubling (back)
turning back
Verb
  • And when his name was very publicly mentioned in the trade talks that eventually sent Giannis Antetokounmpo, there was no turning back.
    Tony Jones, New York Times, 2 July 2026
  • Beyond markets, investors are also watching geopolitical risks, with attention turning back to the Middle East.
    Justina Lee, CNBC, 24 June 2026
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“Doubling (back).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doubling%20%28back%29. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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