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Meaning of doubletake

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

doubletake

noun

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  1. An abrupt movement, used, for example, as a comical reaction to a surprising sight, in which someone casually sees something, briefly stops looking at it, realizes what it is, and snaps attention back to it with an expression of surprise or disbelief.

    Example: I swear I did a double-take when I spotted that $100 bill lying in the gutter!