on the double
Examples
“Fortunately, help⟳ arrived on the double⟳, and the victim's injuries were soon treated.”
“My boyfriend's back and you're gonna be in trouble⟳. / You see⟳ him comin'; better cut⟳ out on the double⟳.”
“Liara: We have⟳ to hurry⟳. The whole place⟳ is caving in! Shepard: Joker! Get⟳ the Normandy airbone and lock⟳ in on my signal. On the double⟳, mister!”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
See also
Know this word better than we do? Language is a living thing — help us keep it growing. Collaborate with Babel Free