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Description:

Double-tongue refers to the ability to speak deceitfully or dishonestly, often giving contradictory statements or representing different sides of an issue. It can also describe the physical act of using both sides of the tongue while speaking or playing certain musical instruments.

Sample Sentences:

Noun sense:

1. She was known for her double-tongue, often saying one thing to someone's face and something different behind their back.
2. Politicians are notorious for their double-tongue during election campaigns, promising one thing but doing something entirely different once in office.

Adjective sense:

1. His double-tongue remarks during the debate showed his real intentions and lack of sincerity.
2. It's hard to trust someone who has a double-tongue nature, as you never know where they truly stand.

Verb sense:

1. She double-tongued her way through the negotiations, playing both sides against each other for her own benefit.
2. He double-tongued his way into getting the promotion by making false promises.

As an instrument technique:

1. The saxophonist showcased his skills by seamlessly executing the double-tongue technique during his performance.
2. Learning to double-tongue on the flute requires practice and coordination between the tongue and the airflow.

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