double up

phr.v. to share a room, bed, or other resource with another person because there is not enough for everyone.

phr.v. to share a space, facility, or resource with another person, typically due to a shortage of supply.

“The hotel was so full that some of the students had to double up in the smaller rooms.”

“Due to the unexpected influx of delegates, the organisers requested that junior staff double up in twin rooms to accommodate the keynote speakers.”

phr.v. to serve two different purposes at the same time.

phr.v. to function in a secondary capacity or serve a dual purpose.

“This sofa can double up as a guest bed when we have visitors staying over.”

“The community centre doubles up as an emergency shelter during the hurricane season, providing essential services to displaced residents.”

phr.v. to bend your body forward suddenly because you are laughing very hard or are in great pain.

phr.v. to bend the body over involuntarily, typically as a physiological response to acute pain or uncontrollable laughter.

“The joke was so funny that everyone in the room doubled up with laughter.”

“He suddenly doubled up in pain, clutching his stomach and signaling for someone to call a doctor immediately.”

phr.v. to use or provide twice the usual amount of something.

phr.v. to increase a quantity, dosage, or amount by a factor of two.

“If the sauce is too thin, you might need to double up on the flour.”

“The doctor advised the patient not to double up on the medication if they missed a dose, as it could be dangerous.”