double over
Third Person
doubles over
Present Participle
doubling over
Past Tense
doubled over
Past Participle
doubled over
1
to bend forward at the waist, typically due to laughter, pain, or a strong emotional reaction
- The comedian's joke was so hilarious that the audience couldn't help but double over in laughter.
- The sudden stomach cramp caused her to double over in pain.
- Witnessing the unexpected surprise, he couldn't contain his joy and began to double over with happiness.
- The athlete, after an intense sprint, had to double over to catch their breath.
- The news of her promotion left her so overwhelmed that she had to double over with gratitude and joy.