DUAL Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

dual

adjective

ˈdü(-ə)l

Definition of dual

as in twin

consisting of two members or parts that are usually joined dual axles

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Recent Examples of dual Strung through these dual timelines is a folktale about Duanfang, whose story provides the thematic foundation for Dawn and Yi’s. — Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026 The formula pairs glycerin and flexible polymers to coat and define every lash without weighing them down, while the dual-length brush prevents clumps and lengthens from root to tip. — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 15 Oct. 2026 Thomas' youngest daughter, Ainsley, 16, is taking college-level coursework in high school through dual enrollment. — Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026 That is why tirzepatide is commonly described as a dual-receptor or dual-agonist medication. — Emma Clapp, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dual

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Twin Pines was founded by twin brothers Clint Kisker (a Legendary Entertainment alum) and Sean Kisker (a former HBO Max exec) alongside Jason Kander, a former Secretary of State for Missouri.

— Todd Spangler, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
For me, the name Peck not only encompassed the conflicts in the book (between twin brothers, capitalism and social good, originality and conformity) but also captured the constant ephemeral battle of proving how and why art matters.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of twin

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Separately, Cboe also received SEC approval Tuesday to offer binary options tied to company-specific key performance indicators (KPIs).

— Oliver Renick, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
Engineers could represent the two configurations as binary digits, or zeros and ones.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of binary

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Travel and tech accessories include a multi zip case, passport sleeve, double zip wash bag, small laptop case, large flat card holder, key ring with leather strap, and sunglasses case.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
Sal Frelick robbed Freddie Freeman of a double with a nice running catch in the right center field gap, but an error on a pickoff attempt at first base brought Edman in to score.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026