Definition of threefoldnext
as in triple
having three units or parts a threefold approach to solving the problem

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Recent Examples of threefold Over 1,300 such hearings were held in June alone, a nearly threefold jump from the same period in 2025, according to data analyzed by Mobile Pathways, a nonprofit that tracks immigration court data. — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 16 Aug. 2026 The lineup marks a threefold jump from last year’s single recipient, and together the films span 13 countries, including Korea, across majority and minority production roles. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026 According to recent research conducted by Novakid across 15 countries, there has been a threefold increase in extended learning sessions since 2022. — Matthew Kayser july 14, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026 The jacket produced about 14 to 30 ounces of water, depending on humidity levels, which amounts to between a threefold and 10-fold improvement in performance compared to other materials, the release said. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for threefold
Recent Examples of Synonyms for threefold
triple
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  • The drummer said she was distressed by the paucity of water stations available, and feared the triple-digit heat was a risk for fans.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Chisholm's quote came roughly 24 hours after catcher Austin Wells seemed to have no regrets about making the final out at third by attempting to stretch an eighth-inning double, the Yankees' first and only hit of Game 1, into a triple.
    — Ryan Morik OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026

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“Threefold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/threefold. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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