the norm

noun

1

: an average level of development or achievement

She scored well above/below the norm in math.

2

: something (such as a behavior or way of doing something) that is usual or expected

Smaller families have become the norm.

Examples of the norm in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The competitive clinic market has also pushed standards higher, with advanced technology and meticulous service now the norm for visitors seeking everything from a basic facial to more involved cosmetic procedures. —Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026

And even still, that was a brief oasis, not the norm for me as a full time academic. —Literary Hub, 15 May 2026

What was once a cute outlier is the norm, and is a point of frustration for any kid who wants to be prioritized to play sports in college in the United States, especially if the university is a public, land-grant institution. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026

That’s not ideal, but has become the norm for the Dolphins the past few years. —Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026

Rhymes for the norm

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