doubling
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of doubling
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; double, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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This includes doubling the time it takes most migrants to gain permanent residency rights in the UK from five to 10 years.
From BBC
Trainium 3 chips put into action in December are touted as doubling the capabilities of the second generation despite being smaller than a credit card.
From Barron's
Dell’s server and networking revenue is estimated to reach $14 billion in the fourth quarter, more than doubling last year’s $6.63 billion.
From Barron's
He has a holiday property near Keswick in Cumbria and thinks the doubling of council tax on second homes is already causing some to sell up.
From BBC
Two pages of Infantino's manifesto were devoted to more than doubling development money for member associations.
From BBC
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