double figures

noun

: a number or percentage that is 10 or greater : double digits

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The Liberty’s deficit stayed in double figures while succumbing to the pressure of Golden State’s small lineups. — Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 28 Aug. 2026 Arike Ogunbowale finished with 17 points, Awak Kuier had 12 points, 12 rebounds and five blocks, and Alanna Smith scored 10 as all five starters for the Wings scored in double figures. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 Burton, the only Valkyries started to reach double figures, scored 11. — CBS News, 22 Aug. 2026 Due to a shoddy defense, Washington is already down double figures in a multitude of contests. — Brad Evans, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for double figures

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“Double figures.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double%20figures. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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