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as in normal
what is typical of a group, class, or series
sales figures that are within the norm of a store of that size
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Recent Examples of norm
Similar to eccentric and rebellious Aquarius, Timon rejects traditional norms, creating an entirely different way of living.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Spain’s weather agency, AEMET, warned that much of the country would endure a heatwave through midweek as a mass of hot, dry air from the Sahara pushes temperatures well above seasonal norms.
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Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
23 June 2026
Deadly fires are common in India, where building laws and safety norms are often flouted by builders and residents.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
Europe on Monday was the continent furthest from its historical norm, with an average high temperature of 24 C, which was 4.1 C above what was typical from 1961 to 1990, according to the climate monitor.
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Reuters,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Spain’s weather agency, AEMET, warned that much of the country would endure a heatwave through midweek as a mass of hot, dry air from the Sahara pushes temperatures well above seasonal norms.
—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
23 June 2026
Deadly fires are common in India, where building laws and safety norms are often flouted by builders and residents.
—
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Europe on Monday was the continent furthest from its historical norm, with an average high temperature of 24 C, which was 4.1 C above what was typical from 1961 to 1990, according to the climate monitor.
—
Reuters,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for norm
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Then, before the listener can fully settle in, the Puerto Rican rapper and singer fires off bars claiming that Grammys were stolen from him and details his many nights spent sleeping on the floor to his new normal of earning $500,000 per show.
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Most likely, the new normal in the Persian Gulf will be chronic instability and frequent disruptions in shipping.
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The United Kingdom is on course for its sixth prime minister in some seven years, as one political leader after another proves no match for a stubbornly weak economy, which has weighed on incomes and living standards, wearing down the electorate.
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The sheriff said the agency remains committed to transparency, professionalism and ethical standards.
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Since the fighting choked off the strait, an average of fewer than ten vessels per day have transited the 21-mile passageway.
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Expenses average $871,000 and income averages $980,000 in retirement.
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There’s no doubt that Damien safety Gavin Williams, a USC commit, will be the standard for excellence this coming season.
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With complimentary babysitting and free extra cots and cribs standard with any stay, families can hunker down and know they will be treated to island hospitality while being able to take advantage of snorkeling, scuba diving, nature walks, and beachfront cottages.
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“Norm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/norm. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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