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twice
This term functions as a precise numerical multiplier or a frequency marker. It carries a sense of exactness, leaving no room for approximation, which distinguishes it from phrases like "a couple of times" or "several times."
When used to compare quantities, it often triggers a specific syntactic structure involving "the [noun] of," as in "twice the weight." This usage emphasizes a proportional relationship rather than a simple count of occurrences.
Meanings
Examples
I checked the lock twice before leaving the house.
The rent for this apartment is twice as high as my last one.
The dragon is twice the size of the castle gate.
I should have thought twice before saying that to her.
The patient needs to apply the ointment twice a day.