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double-dotted
double dribble
double Dutch
double-duty
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double-edged sword
double effect
double entendre
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double effect

dou·ble ef·fect


noun 
Definition:
 
principle of right and wrong: the ethical principle that intentionally doing wrong is impermissible, even if the action has good consequences, and that intentionally doing right is permissible, even if the action has bad consequences

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