normalcy

noun

nor·​mal·​cy ˈnȯr-məl-sē How to pronounce normalcy (audio)
: the state or fact of being normal
a return to normalcy after war

Examples of normalcy in a Sentence

Let's hope for an end to the war and a return to normalcy. a combat-weary soldier longing for the normalcy of peacetime life
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The myriad injuries came right after the Blue Jays thought Santander neared normalcy in Anaheim, flashing progress with his right-handed swing. Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 19 May 2025 The level of comfort and trust the doula could bring in jail is helpful to build bonds, reduce birth trauma, and create a sense of normalcy, in dire situations, like being in jail while pregnant. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 May 2025 When will Newark – considered a microcosm of the problems plaguing America’s aviation system – get back to some semblance of normalcy? Pete Muntean, CNN Money, 10 May 2025 Much of that normalcy comes from Kate’s parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, who remain deeply involved. Simon Perry, People.com, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for normalcy

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of normalcy was in 1855

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“Normalcy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/normalcy. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

normalcy

noun
nor·​mal·​cy ˈnȯr-məl-sē How to pronounce normalcy (audio)

Medical Definition

normalcy

noun
nor·​mal·​cy ˈnȯr-məl-sē How to pronounce normalcy (audio)
plural normalcies
: the state or fact of being normal

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