Double Over (Verb)
Meaning
Bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain; "He doubled and vomited violently".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The comedian's jokes were so funny they doubled the audience over with laughter.
- After eating the spicy food, Sarah doubled over in pain from heartburn.
- When the boxer was hit in the stomach, he doubled over, clutching his belly.
- The class erupted in laughter as the teacher's silly dance made them double over.
- During the intense workout, Jack doubled over to catch his breath.