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"on the double" or "at the double" ?
which one is correct ?
Thanks
Oct 19, 2021 9:24 AM
Answers · 5
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In the US, we only say ‘on the double’. My dictionary lists ‘at the double’ as British.
October 19, 2021
On the double. I’ve never heard anyone use the other one and I’ve never even seen it written.
October 19, 2021
Both are correct because they mean the same thing and can be used interchangeably.
Both are phrasal verbs that mean 'Doing something very quickly'.
I hope this helped
October 19, 2021
I checked and noted that both were ok. Personally I seem to hear "on the double" more often.
Probably other teachers could confirm or give you more info.
October 19, 2021
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Alexios
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Belarusian, Japanese, Polish
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Belarusian, Polish
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