double whammy
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double whammy
- /ˌdʌbl̩ ˈ(h)wæmi/ UK
- /ˌdʌb(ə)l ˈ(h)wæmi/ US
Rhymes with -æmi
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From double + whammy (“evil spell; curse or hex”), popularized by the American cartoonist Al Capp (1909–1979), in his classic comic strip Li’l Abner (1934–1977).
noun double whammies · double-whammy
- A series of two events that causes adverse effects; a twofold blow or setback. Martinez is fouled before Zico's disallowed goal. His shirt is pulled and his foot is trodden on as he tries to continue his run. A double whammy. Egypt can have few complaints.
- A series of two events that causes positive effects; a twofold boon.
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noun series of two events that causes adverse effects
| Русский | двойной удар dvojnoj udar |
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title = {double whammy},
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year = {2026},
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urldate = {2026-11-06}
}
