Thesaurus results for THREEFOLD

threefold

adjective

ˈthrē-ˌfōld

Definition of threefold

as in triple

having three units or parts a threefold approach to solving the problem

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Recent Examples of threefold Over 1,300 such hearings were held in June alone, a nearly threefold jump from the same period in 2025, according to data analyzed by Mobile Pathways, a nonprofit that tracks immigration court data. — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 16 Aug. 2026 The lineup marks a threefold jump from last year’s single recipient, and together the films span 13 countries, including Korea, across majority and minority production roles. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026 According to recent research conducted by Novakid across 15 countries, there has been a threefold increase in extended learning sessions since 2022. — Matthew Kayser july 14, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026 The jacket produced about 14 to 30 ounces of water, depending on humidity levels, which amounts to between a threefold and 10-fold improvement in performance compared to other materials, the release said. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for threefold

Recent Examples of Synonyms for threefold

triple

Adjective

Black women are more likely to develop triple-negative breast cancer, and people of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry have a higher likelihood of carrying BRCA mutations.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 14 Oct. 2026
The Mesquite Police Department is investigating after a triple shooting overnight left two teens dead and a man in the hospital.

— Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026