double-figure
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of double-figure
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Davidson had her 25th consecutive double-figure scoring performance and sixth straight 20-point game.
From Los Angeles Times
Grace Sullivan led Northwestern with 24 points and was the team’s sole double-figure scorer.
From Los Angeles Times
Miller made 9-of-12 shots from the floor, including 6-of-9 from three-point range, and was 6-of-6 from the free throw line to lead the Hawks, who had seven other double-figure scorers but none over 13 points.
From Barron's
LeBron James, who extended his double-figure scoring streak in the regular season to 1,297 games, had three turnovers as the Lakers’ Big Three combined for 17.
From Los Angeles Times
Portland, led by Jerami Grant's 35 points, defeated host Milwaukee 115-103 while Zion Williamson had 29 points to lead eight double-figure scorers for New Orleans in a 143-130 victory over visiting Chicago.
From Barron's
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