double figures
Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words
a number between 10 and 99
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Examples (10)
- The inflation rate has reached double figures for the first time this year.
- Four players scored in double figures during last night's basketball game.
- Unemployment in the region is now in double figures.
- The company's profits have been in double figures for three consecutive quarters.
- When the temperature hits double figures, we can finally enjoy outdoor activities.
- Her golf scores are consistently in double figures below par.
- The team's winning streak reached double figures after their victory yesterday.
- Interest rates climbed into double figures during the economic crisis.
- Sales growth has been in double figures for the past six months.
- The athlete's personal best times are all in double figures for seconds.